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TABLE OF CONTENTS OCTOBER 2013 FEATURES: A Perfect 10! — McIntyre Marks Milestone................................................................6 Come See Where Creativity Begins...........................................................................12 Doctober—A Month of Many Docs..........................................................................28 Dracula Times Two................................................................................................. 4-5 Exhibit Connects to Lightcatcher’s “Vanishing Ice”...................................................14 Lynden Music Festival...............................................................................................40 Marla 1, Norman 0 — A Whole New Normal ............................................................8 Pickford Film Center Announces Resignation of Executive Director...........................29 The Gift That Keeps On Giving — Climate Deniers Think Magically...........................3 The Whatcom Symphony Presents Virtuoso Violinist Gil Shaham.............................39

DEPARTMENTS: Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14 Benefits & Fundraisers . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . 15-25 Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Cuisine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Family & Kids . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27, 29 Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Health & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-31

History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 32 Home & Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-39 Potpourri . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33-35 Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Workshops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

On the cover: Northwest Ballet Theater (NBT) and Free Key Productions are presenting two very unique versions of the century old story of Count Dracula. Photo of NBT’s Dracula (Josh Deininger) is by Damian Vines, www.damianvinesphotography.com. Savanna Balfour portrays Mina Harker and Sidney Balfour plays the role of Lucy Westenra in Free Key Productions’ dramatic presentation. Photo by Christopher Key. See feature story on page 4.

OCTOBER 2013 Volume 10 Number 9 P.O. Box 2606 • Bellingham, WA 98227-2606 360.599.6827 • email: editor@ennw.info • www.ennw.info The ENNW Publishing Team Mark Fuller • 360.676.0428 • mfuller@ennw.info Barb Fuller • 360.676.0428 • bfuller@ennw.info Dorothy Tjoelker-Worthen • 360.815.6286 • dworthen@ennw.info Gladys Crnich • 360.656.6577 • gladys@ennw.info Lynna Dunn Fuller • lfuller@ennw.info Circulation: ENNW prints 10,000 copies & distributes to over 200 sites in Whatcom and Skagit Counties. For a current list of distribution sites go to http://www.ennw.info/distribution.html. Deadlines: We request Press Releases, Photos and Calendar Items by the 10th of the month before its release (October 10th for November issue). Send an email if you would like to be on our monthly reminder list. Press Releases, Calendar Items & Photos are now exclusively received through our Online Submission Form accessed through our website www.ennw.info/submit-an-event/. Please keep event description to 60-100 words per item. Submission Guidelines: Article ideas are encouraged with a sample of your writing style. You will be given credit and a bio line, but at this time we are unable to pay for articles. If we accept your proposal, please plan on writing 300–600 words. Advertising: We would like to encourage you to consider advertising with us. We feel we offer a great value for your hard earned advertising dollars. Due to the quality, ENNW is not in the recycle bin in a day or two. Many readers report they hold onto it all month long, resulting in better value. If you would like a rate sheet, please call or email to request one. Your advertising will make it possible for us to continue. Copyright & Pub Info: ©2013 Entertainment News NW. Reproduction of contents in any format is forbidden without written permission from ENNW. ENNW is only responsible for ad cost in the event of an error. Every effort has been made to gather accurate information regarding events. Please contact the sponsoring agency for more details. Printed at Lithtex NW, Bellingham, WA, USA. This Month’s Contributors: n Christopher Key is an actor and director who lives in Bellingham and writes to help support his theatrical addiction. n Bellingham freelancer Joanna Nesbit has been writing for ENNW since 2005. Her work has also appeared in FamilyFun, Parenting, Northwest Travel, and Washington State Visitors’ Guide. Learn more at www.joannanesbit.com. n Stephanie Dethlefs is the executive director of Whatcom Young Writers and usually tries to write with one hand while parenting her two children with the other. n Osa Hale has been a regular contributor to Entertainment News NW since 2012. She is a senior at Western Washington University, majoring in Visual Journalism. Her work has also appeared on Bellingham’s KOMO News website, the Western Front, and Klipsun magazine. n Meghan Thompson enjoys exploring the NW, soaking up the liquid sunshine, people watching, and blogging about her adventures. You can follow her exploits at http://confessionsofawordslut.wordpress.com.

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The Gift That Keeps On Giving — Climate Deniers Think Magically by Christopher Key With an overwhelming, and everincreasing, amount of evidence documenting anthropogenic climate change, why does a substantial portion of the population remain in denial? Dr. Bruce M. Hood is an experimental psychologist at the University of Bristol specializing in the cognitive processes behind adult magical thinking. He will be speaking in Bellingham on October 29 as part of the “Afraid of the Dark” Lecture Series. “Magical thinking refers to those beliefs and practices that are based on supernatural assumptions about the world – supernatural in that they go beyond natural explanations,” Hood said. “Typically, they appeal to the presence of forces, energies and entities that have not been reliably verified scientifically, that is by objective reliable evidence that can be verified independently.” Are Americans more susceptible to magical thinking than other “First World” nations? “It is not clear that people in the U.S. are more magical in their thinking in comparison to other ‘First World’ nations,” Hood said. “They are more religious, but if one considers secular supernatural thinking, then in fact there is plenty of evidence to indicate that levels are equivalent. For example, the UK is more secular than the U.S., but Gallup polls reveal almost equivalent levels (75 percent) have at least one magical belief. Some magical beliefs are so common that they are not even recognized as such. For example, 90 percent believe that they can detect when they are being watched from behind even though there is no evidence for this ability.” How does this affect the debate over climate change? “It could be argued that individuals who deny evidence on issues such as climate change are relying on their gut intuitions that are emotive rather than basing their decisions on statistical evidence,” Hood said. “The problem with statistical evidence is that the human brain is really not that good at evaluating statistical probabilities which is why people tend to focus on the single auspicious event rather than consider the long term picture or the full story. For example, people believe that they may have powers of foresight when they think of an event that comes true, when in fact they fail to recognize all the predictions that have not. Coincidences are not the exception, but happen all the time, and yet people still infer supernatural intervention. For climate change deniers,

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one swallow does make a summer, as it were.” Magical thinking has been applied to far more than climate change. “Another good example is the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) scandal,” Hood said. “People were convinced by a rogue report linking the triple vaccine to autism. They had no good evidence other than the reports of positive association, which figured much higher in their mind because they could identify with the victims. There was no emotional connection with the majority who did not develop autism, and so they made the link that the vaccine was dangerous.” Is the human brain’s ability to hold contradictory beliefs a survival trait? “Beliefs are incredibly powerful and difficult to eradicate, indicating they have some privileged position in the stories our brains construct about the world,” Hood said. “I happen to believe that they primarily serve a social function that operates to bind individuals in a group around concepts of the world that cannot necessarily be verified. As to holding contradictory beliefs, I think it is more to do with the division between rapid intuitive thinking (which emerges spontaneously in children) and the slow methodological scientific reasoning that we acquire later in life. They operate at different times and different rates. When you are at 30,000 feet, you can reason the hell out of turbulence and the design of the wing, but even the atheist may find himself praying for a safe landing!” Dr. Hood’s lecture is open to the public and will be taking place at 5:30pm on October 29 at the new Pickford Film Center, 1318 Bay Street in Bellingham. Tickets are $5 for adults and $2.50 for students, available at the door or at www.pickfordfilmcenter.org.

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DRACULA TIMES TWO by Osa Hale As the nights get colder and longer and fall turns toward winter, we begin telling ghost stories. It all culminates on Halloween, when costumes transform us into a variety of ghoulish creatures (and some silly ones), but all of October is a good time to delight in that which is spooky. With that in mind, both Northwest Ballet Theater and Free Key Productions will be telling the story of the most famous blood-sucking creature of the night: Dracula. Each production will bring the old story to life in a distinct fashion. John Bishop, artistic director for the Northwest Ballet Theater, promises a dramatic and surprising performance. “My hope is that it will be a production that will reach a wide audience that includes a generation of young people who are have been captivated over the past few years with movie and television interpretations about Dracula, werewolves and zombies,” Bishop says. Christopher Key, artistic director for Free Key Productions, is also appealing to widespread fascination with vampires, although he calls upon older tropes in his play. “I have loved the vampire legends since I was a kid, and Bela Lugosi scared the

snot out of me,” Key says. “I hope this show will remind people that vampires are not all hard-bodied young hotties running around in the woods out near Forks. The original is still the baddest.”

The leading ladies are only matched by the masterful performances of the deliciously villainous Dracula, his henchman Renfield, and the Countess Bathory.

NBT Dracula cast members: Natasha Keeley, Jonica Coweleers, Mija Bishop, Josh Deininger, Philip Borunda, Angus McLane, Miye Bishop, Julian Young.

The ballet will be full of dramatic and talented performances, Bishop promises. Act I will be played out through the eyes of Lucy Westenra, danced by Miye Bishop, who falls prey to Dracula. Act II is seen through the eyes of Mina Harker, danced by Mija Bishop, who helps to vanquish the vampire. This follows the novel by Bram Stoker, but there will be plot twists.

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NBT’s Mija Bishop (Mina Harker) and Josh Deininger (Dracula). NBT photos by Damian Vines, www.damianvinesphotography.com.

“Dracula, danced by Joshua Deininger, portrays a powerful, yet vulnerable villain, needing others to protect him or serve his life-sustaining needs,” Bishop says. “Alona Christman, a principal dancer for Bellingham Repertory Dance Company, takes on the challenging role of Dracula’s lunatic henchman Renfield — traditionally played by a man, but not in this production. Countess Bathory is danced by the seductively sinister Natasha Keeley from Ballet Bellevue.” Finally, well-known Bellingham actor Angus McLane, known for his talents showcased through the Bellingham Theatre Guild and the Shakespeare Festival, plays Count Dracula’s nemesis, Professor Abraham Van Helsing. The Dracula production will be a darkly delightful, family-friendly show as the Northwest Ballet Theater celebrates its 15th season. Performances include an evening show and a matinee at the Mount Baker Theatre – Oct. 12 at 7:30pm and Oct. 13 at 2pm. Tickets can be purchased by calling 360-734-6080, or visiting www.mountbakertheatre.com. There will also be a 7:30pm performance at McIntyre Hall on Oct. 25 (call 360416-7727 for tickets), and another at the same time at Orcas Center on Nov. 1 (call 360-376-2281 for tickets). Tickets range from $18 to $35. As if a ballet based on Dracula wasn’t thrilling enough, the spooky old tale will also be played out on stage at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center in Fairhaven. Key takes great pride in the performers who will be putting on the show.

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“It’s high Victorian melodrama, meaning the actors really get to strut their stuff,” Key says. “I am fortunate, in that I have a group of immensely talented actors who love working with me as much as I love working with them.” The play, an adaptation of Stoker’s Dracula written by award-winning playwrights Jane Thornton and John Godber, will be spooky, dramatic, and erotic, Key says. This will be accomplished through minimalist staging, expert lighting, and intense performances, which are bound to be as entertaining as they are unique. Key, who says he likes to cast against type, has cast short, blonde, and bearded TJ Anderson in the titular, vampiric role. Continuing his pattern of originality, the artistic director has cast Sonia Alexis as the traditionally male Van Helsing. Like the Northwest Ballet Theater, Free Key Productions’ Dracula will star a lady in the

“Little Shop of Horrors” – Join the

Anacortes Community Theatre (918 M Ave.) for this wonderful classic musical thriller! Performances will be held on the following dates: Thurs., Oct. 3, 10, 17 & 24 at 7:30pm; Fri., Oct. 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 8pm; Sat., Oct. 5, 12, 19 & 26 at 8pm; and Sun., Oct. 6, 13 & 20 at 2pm. Admission is $20. More info: 360-293-6829, act@acttheatre.com or www.acttheatre.com.

“The Prisoner of Second Avenue” –

Noisy neighbors, the stench of garbage, unbearable heat, rampant crime – 1970s-era New York City isn’t exactly paradise, and advertising executive Mel Edison bears the weight of it all. Mel voices his opinions loudly and often about the things that bother him, and as the laundry list grows, his tenuous grip on mental stability loosens. You might just recognize the beleaguered survivors clinging to the edge of the American Dream in this laugh-out-loud black comedy written by Neil Simon and directed by Alan Peet. The Bellingham Theatre Guild’s performances are: Thurs.-Sat., Oct. 3-5 at 7:30pm; Sun., Oct. 6 at 2pm; Thurs.-Sat., Oct. 10-12 at 7:30pm; Sun., Oct. 13 at 2pm. The Bellingham Theatre Guild is located at 1600 H St. Admission is $14 adults / $12 seniors and students. More info: 360-7331811, bellinghamtheatreguild@yahoo.com or www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com.

Auditions for “Inspecting Carol” –

Auditions for the uproarious comedy “Inspecting Carol” will be held on Sun. & Mon., Oct. 6 & 7 from 7-9pm at the

Mina Harker (Savanna Balfour) watches over the sleepwalking Lucy Westenra (Sidney Balfour) in Free Key Productions’ presentation of Dracula at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center.

role of the evil sidekick Renfield: the talented Kathy Peacock. Doomed Lucy Westenra will be played by Sidney Balfour, and Savanna Balfour will appear as the heroic Mina Harker. Performances will take place over two weekends: Oct. 18, 19, 20, 25, 26 & 27. The evening shows, taking place on the Fridays and Saturdays, will begin at

Bellingham Theatre Guild, 1600 H St., Bellingham. We’re looking for 3 women ages 30-60, 4 men ages 30-60, and 1 child aged 9-10. Please prepare 1-2 minutes of reading material (of any kind) that will demonstrate vocal range. This is a hilarious send-up of holiday plays and “A Christmas Carol” in particular. More info: 360-7331811, bellinghamtheatreguild@yahoo.com or www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com.

Auditions for 2013 Community Talent Revue – Auditions for Ferndale

High School’s Community Talent Revue will be held Mon. & Tues., Oct. 7 & 8 from 5-7pm at Ferndale High School Auditorium, 5830 Golden Eagle Dr. We welcome all ages and talents. Please come prepared with appropriate costumes, props, and accompaniment. Acts should be limited to 3-4 minutes in length. Background music (CD) is acceptable, providing there are not vocal tracks for vocal acts. The Talent Revue will be held Fri. & Sat., Nov. 15 & 16 at 7pm. More info: 360-383-9261, sharonne.johnson@ferndalesd.org or www.ferndale.wednet.edu.

Free Improv Workshop – Experience

the magic of the games, exercises and storytelling that have evolved out of the art of improvisation. Build self-confidence, spontaneity, community and more! No experience necessary. Workshop will be held on Thurs., Oct. 17, 7-9pm at BAAY Theatre, 1059 N. State St., Bellingham. More info: 360-756-0756, sheila@improvplayworks.com or www.improvplayworks.com.

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TJ Anderson plays the lead character in Free Key Productions’ Dracula. Free Key Productions photos by Christopher Key.

7:30pm, and the Sunday matinees start at 2pm. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at Village Books or by visiting www.brownpapertickets.com.

”Equus” – A psychiatrist is confronted

with a boy who has blinded six horses in a violent fit of passion. It is a psychological puzzle that leads both doctor and patient to a complex and disturbing confrontation. There is nudity in this performance; viewer discretion is advised. Performances will take place on the following dates: Thurs.-Sun., Oct. 17-20 at 7:30pm and Tues.-Fri., Oct. 22-25 at 7:30pm at the Western Washington University PAC Mainstage Theater, Bellingham. Admission is $8-$12. More info: 360-650-6146, cfpa.publicity@wwu.edu or www.wwu.edu.

Free Adult Acting Class – Anacortes

Community Theatre (918 M Ave.) is offering a free adult acting class from 10am-noon on the 3rd Saturday of the month (Oct. 19, Nov. 16, Dec. 21). More info: 360-840-0089, nellobot@aol.com or www.acttheatre.com.

Lyric Light Opera Presents “Annie” –

Lyric Light Opera returns to McIntyre Hall in November with “Annie,” another acclaimed and exceptional family show that has garnered a staggering 14 Tony and Drama Desk Awards. The well-loved classic has been performed on Broadway over 2,000 times and has appeared professionally on stage in over 27 countries around the globe. Performances will be held on Sat., Nov. 2, 9 & 16 at 7:30pm and Sun., Nov. 3, 10 & 17 at 2pm. McIntyre Hall is located at 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. Admission is $22-$45. More info: 360-387-3948, info@lyriclightopera.org or www.lyriclightopera.org.

A Perfect 10! — McIntyre Marks Milestone financing of special facilities through a rebate of the sales It was November 13, 2004, when tax collected in the county. Skagit County’s McIntyre Hall held its On March 25, 2003, grand opening, culminating years of construction began with a effort going back as far as 1980. The groundbreaking ceremony. The desire for a regional performing arts construction team was made up center was there, but things didn’t really of LMN Architects, Skanska start to gel until 1993 when Skagit Valley USA General Contractor, and College President Dr. Jim Ford drafted a Marc Estvold Owners vision statement for such a facility to be Representative. The rest, as located on the college campus. they say, is history. Of course, it Independently, Dorothy and Burl Ives wasn’t quite that simple, but there’s no established the Burl Ives Performing Arts arguing with the result. Endowment through the newly formed Skagit Community Foundation. McIntyre held a free Community Open House last month with hors d’oeuvres, Shirley McIntyre loved the arts and Jack entertainment, backstage tours, loved “brick and mortar projects.” community arts Together, they began organizations, and exploring the giveaways. feasibility of providing funding for The first major the construction of a concert of the season performing arts will feature Eric Bibb. center in Skagit Giving his audiences County. In November songs from a 2000, the McIntyre beautifully realized family retained Lanie repertoire of soulful, McMullin and gospel-infused folk Amanda Haralson as blues, he has no consultants to problem melding a conduct a feasibility traditional rootsy study addressing American style with a both private subtle contemporary fundraising and Eric Bibb will share his soulful, gospel-infused sensibility. As one critic public financing for folk blues at McIntyre Hall on wrote: “Eric’s singing Saturday, October 5, at 7:30pm. and versatile guitar the regional center. The McMullin study playing fuses a variety recommended that a public facility district of genres to become a New World Blues.” be established by Skagit County under “A four-decade career, 35 albums, legislation allowing for the public countless radio and television shows, and

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non-stop touring have given Eric a world view that’s tempered by curiosity and compassion, and the ability to see himself in other peoples’ shoes,” said McIntyre’s Nida Tautvydas. Bibb will perform Saturday, October 5, at 7:30pm. Tickets are $25 and may be reserved at www.mcintyrehall.org or call the Box Office at 360-416-7727. It took a lot of work to make McIntyre happen, not to mention a lot of money. Making sure the facility keeps on keepin’ on means the work, and the fundraising must continue. Thus, the Our Name In Lights Gala Auction will take place on Saturday, October 19, at 5:30pm. Your $100 ticket entitles you to an evening of elegant dining, specialty drinks, and featured entertainment. Proceeds will support the purchase of a marquee sign and needed capital improvements.

McIntyre Hall has come to be appreciated as one of the finest community performing arts centers in the nation. The dozens of individuals and groups that have performed there have praised its architectural and technical excellence along with its user-friendliness. There will be many more celebrations to come.

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The Blue Note – In October, David Keller

celebrates the publication and release of his book, The Blue Note: Seattle’s Black Musicians’ Union – A Pictorial History. Focused on Seattle’s Black American Federation of Musicians’ Local 493, the book is an upbeat story of race, jazz, gender, and union culture, set in the Pacific Northwest and the wider jazz world. Detailed research and end notes underpin a user-friendly pictorial format, spanning the years from the 1880s to the mid-1950s. The Blue Note uses union documents, first person oral histories, and extensive primary and secondary sources, and features more than 100 photographs and other illustrations, many previously unpublished. Quincy Jones, whose early work in Seattle is covered in The Blue Note, notes that the book “shines a light on the path-breaking union musicians who played Seattle and ultimately brought about the merging of the black and white unions.” Paul de Barros, author of Jackson Street After Hours, states that Keller has “gathered a treasure trove of new information and

images.” The Blue Note is available at Village Books, 1200 11th St., Bellingham. Cost is $24.95. Info: 360-671-2626, biblioinfo@villagebooks.com or www.kellerjazz.net.

2nd Chapter Book Discussion Group – Join us Wed., Oct. 9, 2-3:30pm, at the Bellingham Central Library Adult Conference Room for a discussion of Servant’s Hall by Margaret Powell. More info: Katie at 360-778-7230, knbray@cob.org.

Chuckanut Sandstone Writer’s Theater (CSWT) Open Mic – Join

CSWT for an open mic presentation of poetry and prose on Wed., Oct. 9 at 7pm at Firehouse Cafe, 1314 Harris Ave., Fairhaven. No cover. More info: 360-671-9961 or joakworm@aol.com.

Book Reading – Norma Shainin will be

reading from her novel Instead on Fri., Oct. 11 at 7pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St., Bellingham. The novel introduces us to a family of German immigrants who are living in Queens, New York and doing what they must to get on with life. These are bricklayers, window washers, house painters and the housewives who tend to them, people for whom circumstances – two world wars and the Great Depression – have taken them farther afield than they ever imagined from their desires and roots. Free admission. More

info: 360-671-2626 or events@villagebooks.com.

Book Discussion: Color of Lies – Join

local author Abbe Rolnick on Wed., Oct. 16 at 7pm at the Anacortes Public Library for an interactive discussion of her second novel, Color of Lies. The Anacortes Public Library is located at 1220 10th St. Free. More info: www.sedropublishing.com.

Jansen Art Center is offering the

following workshops in October: Images & Sounds Poetry Workshop, Sat., Oct. 19, 10am-3pm, $50. Instructor: James Bertolino. Jansen Art Center is located at 321 Front St., Lynden. More info: 360354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

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Whatcom County Tour Programs –

Birchwood Garden Club Monthly Meeting – James Luce, Chief Arborist of

Bellingham Parks and Recreation, will be lecturing on tree risk awareness at the Birchwood Garden Club’s October meeting, Wed., Oct. 2 at 7pm in the Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham. Dealing with trees & limbs which fall unexpectedly during fall and winter storms is difficult, costly and traumatic. Luce will provide the critical information that we need to identify trees & limbs which are problematic. Free admission. More info: www.birchwoodgardenclub.org.

October Classes at Garden Spot Nursery – Garden Spot Nursery will be

offering the following free classes in October: Master Gardener’s Clinic, Sat., Oct. 5, 11am-1pm; and Spiritual Gardening, Sat., Oct. 12, 9-11am. Garden Spot Nursery is located at 900 Alabama St., Bellingham. More info and to register: 360-676-5480, erin@garden-spot.com or www.garden-spot.com.

Upcoming trips include: Cabaret Ashland & Culture Getaway, Oct. 1-5. • B.C. River Paddlewheeler Cruise, Fri., Oct. 18. • Fall Colors B.C. Mountains, Tues., Oct. 22. • Everett History of Flight Hotspots, Tues., Oct. 29. • Train Ride and Portland Holiday, Dec. 4-6. • Check website for details. More info: Cwillis@wccoa.org, 360-7334030 (dial #, ext. 47019), or visit http://wccoa.org/index.php/Tours/. The Tour Program is a non-profit community service provided by the Whatcom County Council on Aging.

Travelogue Series – Take an armchair

journey with local travelers as they present slide programs, stories and photographs from around the world at the Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham. • Thurs., Oct. 17, 7-9pm: Following a Dream: A 43,000 Mile Expedition of the Americas – Germanborn Johannes Lisiecki shares engaging stories about his rather unusual and adventurous life focused on following his dreams. Lisiecki was awarded the Writer’s Digest Certificate of Merit for his Adventureneur’s Odyssey, retitled as Following a Dream. Admission is $3 suggested donation / Museum members free. Info: www.whatcommuseum.org.

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the Bellingham Central Library Dodson Room. Each attendee will talk 3-5 minutes about one book he or she would like to discuss in 2014. The group will then vote to select titles of interest. New members welcome. Info: Suzanne at 360-778-7323, scarlson-prandini@cob.org.

The Chuckanut Radio Hour – Join us

for a special episode of the Chuckanut Radio Hour at Heiner Theater at Whatcom Community College on Tues., Oct. 22. Our special guest is Nicole Hardy, author of Confessions of a Latter-Day Virgin. Doors open at 6:30pm and taping begins promptly at 7pm (we ask that everyone be seated by 6:45pm). Co-sponsored by the Whatcom Community College Foundation, 12th Street Shoes, and the Fairhaven Village Inn. Tickets are $5 and are available at Village Books or online at www.brownpapertickets.com (free ticket with purchase of one hard cover copy of the book at VB). Info: 671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

Whatcom Writers and Publishers October Dinner Meeting – Whatcom

Writers and Publishers is holding its monthly dinner meeting and presentation on Wed., Oct. 23 from 5:15-8pm at Nicki’s Bella Marina, 2615 S. Harbor Loop Dr., Bellingham. “Getting Your Book into Whatcom County Libraries” will be presented by Lisa Gresham. As the Adult Services Coordinator for Whatcom County Library System, Lisa is the selector for much of the adult collection, including all genres of fiction, audiobooks, adult digital materials, music, and foreign language materials. Reservations recommended as space is limited. Free admission. More info and to register: www.whatcomwritersandpublishers.org.

Author Talk: Nicola Pearson – Join us

at the Mount Vernon Library on Thurs., Oct. 24 at 6pm as Nicola Pearson, local author and playwright, reads from and talks about her recently published novel, How to Make a Pot in 14 Easy Lessons. Set in the Upper Skagit Valley, this book is a work of fiction, with each chapter a lesson in some aspect of pottery making while also being a metaphor for building a relationship. The Mount Vernon City Library is located at 315 Snoqualmie St. Free admission. More info: 360-336-6209 or www.mountvernonwa.gov.

Writers Group Forming @ the J –

The Jansen Art Center invites you to help launch a creative writers group. Are you working on a book? Have a collection of short stories you would like feedback on? Are you an aspiring writer looking to connect with a group of like-minded avid readers and passionate writers? In our first meeting on Thurs., Oct. 24 at 6pm, we will introduce ourselves and share our preferences for working together. All of these conversations will set ground rules for the group as we become acquainted, setting the tone for future sessions. This writers group will be facilitated by Cynthia Poppe, freelance writer and photographer, who is deep in the throes of editing her first novel. For teens and adults. The Jansen Art Center is located at 321 Front St., Lynden. Cost is $5 per session. Info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Deming Book Club – Join the Deming

Book Club on Sat., Oct. 26, 10am-noon, for an adult-only, lively discussion of October’s book, Tandia by Bryce Courtney at the Deming Library, 5044 Mt. Baker Highway. More info: contact Deming Library Staff at 360-305-3600.

Ferndale Friends Book Club will meet

at the WCLS Ferndale Library, 2007 Cherry St., on Mon., Oct. 28, 7-9pm, to discuss The Boys In the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Olympics by Daniel James Brown. The story centers around Joe Rantz, a U of W freshman and his rowing teammates as they prepare for the summer Olympics in Munich. William Landay’s novel, Defending Jacob, is the Nov. 25 selection for discussion. More info: Jeannie Bremer at 360-305-3600.

Marla 1, Norman 0 — A Whole New Normal by Christopher Key When Marla Bronstein was diagnosed with an acoustic neuroma in 2009, she named the tumor Norman. Norman had no idea whom he was dealing with. Now that Norman’s butt has been thoroughly kicked, Bronstein has written a book about her experience, called A Whole New Normal: an acoustic neuroma journey. An acoustic neuroma is a tumor on an auditory nerve in the brain that can cause loss of hearing, tinnitus, pain and even death. By naming her tumor, Bronstein helped herself focus on the long battle ahead. This is a beautifully written memoir, full of joy, pathos, wit, and it reads just like Bronstein sounds: brash, straightforward and in-your-face. She has a flair for understatement, as evidenced by her nicknames for physicians: Dr. Death, Dr. Superman, and Dr. Wonderful. But A Whole New Normal is far more than a memoir. It is also a love story between a strong, but often frightened woman, and a community of fervent supporters who helped Bronstein give Norman the heave-ho. There is plenty of medical detail about her condition, but it’s never dull. Bronstein enlivens her narrative by including responses to her patient blog from her friends. Throughout the book are delicious tidbits of Bronstein’s famous wit, sometimes savage, sometimes gentle. While she takes Norman quite seriously, Bronstein rarely takes herself seriously and that helps keep the reader entertained. This is a can’t-put-it-down tale of one person’s astounding journey through a fairly rare, but debilitating disease. It is also an immensely touching tale about how a community comes together to help one of its most beloved members. It may take a village to raise a child, but it also takes a village to heal. Marla Bronstein will be reading excerpts from A Whole New Normal at Village Books, on Wednesday, October 9 at 7pm. It is available for $14.95.

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Big Basket Bingo – The Blaine Senior

Center will host a fundraising bingo event on Sat., Oct. 12 from 2-4pm. Win cash and prizes (big grand prize); refreshments included. Must be 18 to play. Blaine Senior Center is located at 763 G St. Cost is $20. More info: 360-332-8040, blaineseniorcenter@gmail.com or www.blaineseniorcenter.com.

Cliff Mass on Weather: “The Future of Weather Forecasting” – Professor

Cliff Mass, renowned University of Washington atmospheric scientist, KPLU commentator, popular weather blogger and author of The Weather of the Pacific Northwest, returns to Bellingham to talk about the future of weather forecasting on Tues., Oct. 15 at 7pm at the Bellingham High School Auditorium (2020 Cornwall Ave.). Recent extreme weather, and the need to prepare for such events, makes this a timely topic. The presentation is a benefit for Bellingham’s Community Boating Center. Dr. Mass will discuss modern use of satellites and supercomputers in weather prediction. He will give a glimpse of changes in forecasting over the coming decades, including new products available soon for smartphones and other media. Students are encouraged to attend. Admission is adults $12 advance/ adults $15 door / students $5. More info: 360-714-8891, info@boatingcenter.org or www.boatingcenter.org.

Bingo in the Barn – Join in the Bingo

fun on Fri., Oct. 18 at the Sudden Valley Dance Barn and help build the South Whatcom Library! Mary Jayne, the Hot Diggety Dog lady, will be bringing a yummy selection of hot dogs. Come early at 6:15pm to eat; bingo starts at 7pm. All proceeds will benefit the building fund. Sponsored by the Friends of Sudden Valley Library. The Dance Barn is located at Gate 2; follow the signs. More info: contact Mary Haslam at 360-306-1800.

Murder Mystery Dinner Theater –

Friends of the Everson Library present their 2nd Annual Murder Mystery Production, Murder on the Oriental Rug, a play within a play where every actor has a motive for committing the murder of “no one’s” favorite director and the audience serves as detective in this comedy “who-done-it.” Tickets are only $10 for this dinner theater, available at Everson’s Valley Pharmacy. Two performances will be given Sat., Oct. 19, at 4pm or 7:30pm, at the Glen Echo Community Building, 7694 Goodwin Rd., Everson. Wine will be available by donation at the evening show. Info: call Everson Library at 360-305-3600.

2nd Annual Pumpkins For Pajamas –

A huge supply of pajamas and pumpkins will be on display at Fred Meyer’s main entrance (810 Lakeway Dr., Bellingham) on Sat., Oct. 26 from 11am-3pm. Anyone who brings a new pair of pajamas to the Bellingham Harborview Lions’ donation box will get a free pumpkin of their choice in return. The pajamas will be distributed to the homeless and needy through the support of the Hope House and their street ministry. Free. More info: 360-303-7478 or bellinghamharborviewlions@gmail.com.

Evening of Poetry and Music – Join

poets Matthew Brouwer, Kevin Murphy, and Jodee Adams-Moore on Sun., Oct. 27 at 7pm for an evening of poetry, with music from the Bellingham Ukulele Group Ensemble. This event will benefit a poetry writing workshop through the Whatcom County Juvenile Justice System, that Matthew and Kevin recently launched through a successful Kickstarter campaign. The goal of Whatcom Detention School is to provide a quality education program in a safe and compassionate learning

environment so that students feel empowered to realize their potential. The Firehouse Performing Arts Center is located at 1314 Harris Ave., in Fairhaven. Admission is $10 suggested donation. More info: 360-752-1904.

A Masquerade Eve – Join us for an

evening of Halloween-style music, storytelling, performance and games on Fri., Nov. 1 at 6:30pm at the Bellingham YWCA, 1026 N. Forest St. This all-ages event has something for everyone! Come in costume, make a mask or buy a mask. Celebrate youth rites of passage, meet the mentors, and enjoy the show! Proceeds benefit Rooted Emerging programs. Admission is by donation. More info: 360-510-3205, info@rootedemerging.org or www.rootedemerging.org.

1st Annual Gala “Thanks for the Memories” Dinner and Show –

“Thanks For The Memories: Entertaining the Troops Through The Years” is the Ferndale Senior Activity Center’s first gala dinner show on Sat., Nov. 2 from 5-9pm. This tribute to the USO includes a no host bar (sponsored in part by Boundary Bay Brewery), Chicken Cordon Bleu dinner, and a line of spectacular entertainers. Emcee Michael Spinale will amuse us through the night as we swing into the 40’s with the Pakawalups, hop to the 50’s with Dino Macris, and rock to the 60’s with Chuck Dingee and Joe Young of The Walrus. Doors open at 5pm for this fun evening tribute which benefits the Jet Oldsters Association of Ferndale. Limited tickets on sale now at the front desk for only $45. The Ferndale Senior Activity Center is located at 1999 Cherry St. Info: 360-3846244, ferndale.senior.center@gmail.com or www.ferndaleseniorcenter.org.

Pancake Breakfast – Everyone is

welcome at the Ferndale Senior Center Pancake Breakfast on Sat., Oct. 19 from 8-11am. Choose from pancakes, French toast, or biscuits and gravy. Proceeds go to the Jet Oldsters. The Ferndale Senior Activity Center is located at 1999 Cherry St. at Pioneer Park. Admission is $6 adults / $3 kids. More info: 360-384-6244 or www.ferndaleseniorcenter.org.

Annual Friends Cookie Sale – Show

your support for the library by eating cookies! The Friends of the Sumas Library annual cookie sale is a delicious deal! Visit the library on Sat., Oct. 19, starting at 10am, and fill a bag with a variety of homemade cookies made by great local bakers. Just $5 per bag! 100% of the sales benefit the Friends of the Sumas Library. Pre-bagged cookies will be available after 12pm at the library until all are sold. More info: 360-305-3600. email editor@ennw.info • See www.ennw.info for “News, Reviews and Updates”

”Water” Paintings by Kelcey Bates –

“Water, In On and Around” will be shown at The Bagelry, 1319 Railroad Ave., downtown Bellingham, through the month of October. Info: www.kelceybates.com.

”Fall for Art” Art Walk Begins –

The Arts Council of Sedro-Woolley is pleased to announce that their next autumn-themed art walk will take place in downtown Sedro-Woolley from Tues., Oct. 1 through Tues., Oct. 15, 10am-5pm. A map to the participating downtown businesses will be available from the Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce, Simply Silver & More, and the Sedro-Woolley Public Library. Our event is free and family-friendly. More info: 360-588-4384.

Looking Back: Photography in the Seventies – No decade is entirely

complete by itself. Bing Wright, guest curator, assesses the existing Washington Art Consortium’s Collection of Photography from 1970-1980 by focusing on continuing leaders from the Sixties; new formal and conceptual developments in photography in the Seventies; and seminal photographers who led the way for the Eighties. This exhibit will be on display through Fri., Nov. 22 at the Western Washington University Fine Arts Complex, Bellingham, during regular gallery hours: Mon.-Tues. & Thurs.-Fri. from 10am-4pm; Wed. from 10am-8pm; closed Sun. Free admission. More info: 360-650-3963, sarah.clark-langager@wwu.edu or www.westerngallery.wwu.edu.

Art Exhibit: “Sinuosity” by Ann Marie Cooper – October’s featured artist at Good Earth Pottery (1000 Harris Ave., Bellingham) is Ann Marie Cooper. Cooper carefully crafts art pieces and functionalware from hand-rolled clay coils. The results are unique, textural ceramics which are a delight to behold and be held. Cooper’s work will be available for viewing during the month of October during regular gallery hours (Mon. & Wed.-Sat. from 11am-6pm, Sun. from noon-5pm). Free admission. More info: 360-671-3998, theteam@goodearthpots.com or www.goodearthpots.com.

”From Nature’s Studio” Quilt Exhibit – Regina Benson designs and

fabricates art quilts and installation textiles that float and undulate off walls and ceilings. Her specific mark-making techniques are based on ancient processes that she has redesigned to work gently and more environmentally consciously with her own health, the archival quality of her painterly cloth, and our planet.

• Kaleidoscope: Fiber Embroideries by Liz Whitney Quisgard – Quisgard’s work features a three-dimensional quality captured on a two-dimensional surface using careful placement of hundreds of tiny stitches. In her own words, “My goal is to surprise and engage the mind by seducing the eye.” A painter for sixty years, Quisgard started embroidery just over a decade ago. Both exhibits can be viewed through Sun., Oct. 6 at the La Conner Quilt and Textile Museum, 703 South 2nd St. during regular business hours, Wed.-Sun., 11am-5pm. Admission is $7 (includes all exhibits). More info: 360-466-4288, info@laconnerquilts.com or www.laconnerquilts.com.

Artwood, a Gallery of Fine Woodworking – “Fall Lighting Show” is

the feature for October at Artwood. As fall approaches and darkness comes sooner, light up your home with one of our beautiful, hand-crafted lamps. Tom and Jennifer Dolese create wood base lamps with stained glass shades and fantastic marquetry lamps that will enhance the beauty of your home. If you have a special color in mind, Jennifer can create the special shade for you. We will also feature “Harmony Lanterns,” the small square lamp with the center piece turning ‘round and ‘round with many different designs. The gallery is open 7 days a week (Mon.-Sat., 11am-6pm; Sun., 11am-5pm) at 1000 Harris Ave. in Historic Fairhaven. More info: artwood@qwestoffice.net, 360-647-1628, www.artwoodgallery.com.

Clay Classes – Baker Creek Ceramic

Studio is offering the following classes in October: Clay Club with Deb McCunn, Tuesdays, Oct. 1, 15, 22 & 29, 6-9pm, $92; Holiday Serving Plates, Tuesdays, Oct. 15, 22, 29 & Nov. 5, 1:30-4pm, $120; Introduction to the Clay Extruder and Hand Building, Wednesdays, Oct. 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6 & 13, 6-8:30pm, $160. Baker Creek Ceramic Studio is located at 4058 Hammer Dr., #105, Bellingham. More info: 360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO – Open Studio Painting (any medium) with Trish Harding, Wed. (Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30) or Thurs. (Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31), 10am-3pm, $216 for all five Wed. or Thurs., or $50 for one session; you must specify dates (no refunds or rollovers). • Artpocalypse: Oil painting by Trish Harding that deals with the survival of painting in our modern world, opens Fri.,

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Oct. 4, 6-10pm, at Fourth Corner Frames. • Upcoming classes at WCC: Advanced Figure Drawing (5 sessions) begins Fri., Nov. 1 through Dec. 6 (no class Nov. 29), 1-3:30pm. Register at 360-383-3000 or www.whatcom.ctc.edu. • Laurel Baldwin shows recent acrylic paintings at WECU Fairhaven Branch. Sue McKay shows recent acrylic paintings at DIS, 1315 Cornwall Ave., through Oct. 20. Pat Burman shows recent oil paintings at DIS through Nov. 27. • Info: 360-319-6115, email trish.harding@studioufo.net or visit www.studioufo.net. Bay Street Village, 301 W. Holly St., Suite M-4, Bellingham.

Beginning Jewelry Metalsmithing Class – In 5 evenings (Wednesdays, Oct.

2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 from 6-9pm), you will learn basic jewelry fabrication techniques, including annealing, sawing, piercing, filing, texturing, soldering, forming, polishing, etc. Using the studio jewelry tools and equipment in a safe, supportive, creative environment, you can expect to finish at least two interesting pieces. Open to adults with no experience. Judith Gauthier will be teaching this class. Bellingham Metal Arts Guild (BMAG) is located at 2620 N. Harbor Loop Dr., Suite #6, Bellingham. Cost is $185 + $15 kit fee. More info and to register: 360-201-0236, info@BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org or www.BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org.

2013 Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival –

The 2013 Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival will take place Fri.-Sun., Oct. 4-6. The festival will include an exhibition of juried and judged quilts, wearable art, and fiber art in Maple Hall and the La Conner Civic Garden Club, both locations within a half-block of the La Conner Quilt and Textile Museum (703 S. 2nd St.). The festival begins with a Festival Kick-Off Party on Thurs., Oct. 3 from 6-8:30pm at the Swinomish Yacht Club (310 N. 1st St., La Conner; $20 per person) where the festival award winners will be announced. Treat your spouse, partner, or sewing friends to a delightful evening filled with door prizes, small silent and live auctions, and hors d’oeuvres with a no-host bar. During the festival, see the Quilt Show, browse specialty vendors, and place bids at the silent auction at Maple Hall. The Garden Club hosts the Wearables and Fiber Arts Show, while the Museum features three floors of exhibits. Admission is $10 (includes admission to all three venues). More info: 360-466-4288, info@laconnerquilts.com or www.laconnerquilts.com.

Don’t miss the exhibit’s closing reception on Sat., Oct. 26 from 6-8pm which includes a reading of original poetry by James Bertolino and Anita Boyle at 7pm. Free admission. More info: 360-734-1340 or Framr4u@aol.com.

Alley Arts Project – This is a free project in which anyone in the community can participate. The hosting artists will be outlining the theme and techniques for the murals and utilizing your help to create it on Fri., Oct. 4 from 4-7pm in the alley behind Allied Arts, 1400 block of Cornwall Ave., Bellingham. Free admission. More info: 360-676-8548, info@alliedarts.org or www.alliedarts.org. Allied Arts Juried Artist Series: Serene Certainty – Allied Arts of

Whatcom County’s Juried Artist Series continues with “Serene Certainty,” featuring work from Faye Hayes, Brian Simpson, Doug Banner and John D’Onofrio. The opening reception will be held during the Downtown Art Walk, Fri., Oct. 4, from 6-9pm at 1418 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham, with an artist walkthrough beginning at 7pm. Exhibited art can also be viewed during regular business hours during the month of October, including additional usable and beautiful art by Linda Hughes. Free admission. More info: 360-676-8548, katy@alliedarts.org or www.alliedarts.org.

Artist Reception: Jill Bliss – Honey

Salon is proud to host a new body of work, Tiny Terrains by Jill Bliss, on display Oct. 1-Nov. 30 during regular business hours. A reception for Bliss will be held on Fri., Oct. 4 from 6-9pm. Bliss is a nationally recognized and beloved professional nature-based artist, designer and teacher. For her showcase at Honey Salon she created photos, painted photos, and hanging mobiles that showcase and celebrate the tiny details found on the forest floor and in the sea of western Canada and Washington state. Honey Salon is located at 310 W. Holly St., Bellingham. Free admission. More info: hair@honeybellingham.com, 360-7783858, or www.honeybellingham.com. (more art on page 12)

Artpocalypse: Art Will Never Die –

This exhibit is a sideways look at the future and the art in it. The exhibit can be viewed during regular gallery hours from Fri., Oct. 4 through Sat., Oct. 26 at Fourth Corner Frames & Gallery, 311 W. Holly St., Bellingham. Artists include Trish Harding, Vikki Jackson, Laurie Potter, Amy Armitage, John McCulloch, Mary Jo Maute, Anita Boyle and George Jartos. email editor@ennw.info • See www.ennw.info for “News, Reviews and Updates”

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Candace Buethorn Unveils 2014 Calendar – Candace Buethorn will

officially unveil her highly anticipated 2014 calendar during the Downtown Bellingham Art Walk, Fri., Oct. 4 from 6-9pm at Buethorn Watercolor Studio (301 W. Holly St.). Entitled “Best Of,” the calendar is a collection of hand-picked watercolors by the artist from her best works, spanning over several decades. The complete collection from the calendar will be on display at Buethorn Watercolor Studio throughout the month of October. Free admission. More info: 360-778-3941, admin@cnbuethorn.com or www.candacebuethorn.com.

Downtown Bellingham Art Walk –

The Downtown Art Walk on Fri., Oct. 4 exhibits the high quality of artists and the remarkable variety of venues present in downtown Bellingham. From 6-10pm on the first Friday of every month, galleries, boutiques, restaurants, studios and more keep their doors open to showcase a wide array of artwork by local and renowned visiting artists. The October Art Walk will feature work from many unique artists around town. We invite you to stroll through the streets of downtown, enjoying art, food and community! Free admission. Next Art Walk is Nov. 1. More info: lindsey@downtownbellingham.com, www.downtownbham.wordpress.com or 360-527-8710.

October Art Show features B.J. Dollahite – Scott Milo Gallery is featuring

mixed-media collage by B.J. Dollahite of Friday Harbor during the month of October (4-25). Also showing are oils by Matt Dollahite, photographs by Lewis Jones, oils by Ramona Hammerly, and pastels by Steve Hill. Artist Reception is Fri., Oct. 4 from 6-9pm at 420 Commercial Ave., Anacortes. Free admission. Info: 360-293-6938, gallery@scottmilo.com or www.scottmilo.com.

October First Friday Gallery Walk –

Join us for the Fri., Oct. 4 Gallery Walk from 6-9pm along Commercial Avenue in Old Town Anacortes. See our website for details, or call Kathy at 360-293-6938. Next Gallery Walk is Nov. 1. Free admission. More info: 360-293-6938, gallery@scottmilo.com or www.anacortesart.com.

Day of the Dead Art Show – The

Lucky Monkey will present its 5th Annual Day of the Dead Art Show from Oct. 4 up to the actual Dia de los Muertos, Nov. 1-2. Participating local artists will be present during the Downtown First Friday Art Walk on Oct. 4 from 6:30-9:30pm at The Lucky Monkey, 312 W. Champion St., Bellingham. The show will also include unique thematic art and sculpture from Mexico and Peru. Free admission. More info: luckymonkeygifts@gmail.com or 360-393-4068.

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Our Flatiron Building by Donald Simpson – Creative experiments in urban and landscape photography using panoramic, long exposure and texture techniques to enhance the image.

Come See Where Creativity Begins by Meghan Thompson This October marks the 19th annual Whatcom Artist Studio Tour, featuring 61 artists in a tour of 47 locations situated throughout Whatcom County. These eclectic local artists work in clay, glass, handmade books, fiber, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture and woodworking, sharing not only their private studio locations with the public, but also inviting us to share and enjoy their truly unique talents. Andra Millage, who specializes in three-dimensional cake sculptures, wedding cakes, and other eye-catching desserts, is one of this year’s participants, as is Richard Bulman, who creates beautiful one-of-a-kind pieces with stone. Also sharing their talents this year are Frank Goss, Marijo Martini, and Liane Redpath-Worlund, three local jewelry creators, each with their own style and flavor. And, of course, no studio tour is complete without a healthy dose of awe-inspiring photographic prints – this year courtesy of Jeff Aspnes, Thomas Gibson, and Donald Simpson. The Tour runs October 5, 6, 12, and 13 – from 10am-5pm. A map of studio locations, more information about the participating artists, and images of some of the amazing pieces available this year can be found online at www.StudioTour.net. Whether you’re a long-time collector or you’re just beginning your collection, this tour is the perfect venue to shop for fine art and crafts, as well as to see our local artists at work in their native habitat.

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Jansen Art Center is offering the

following workshops in October: Silk Painting Flags Workshop, Sat., Oct. 5, 10am-4pm, $60. Instructor: Janet Lehwalder. • Fold Form Bracelet Workshop, Sat., Oct. 5, 11am-4pm, $65. Instructor: Judith Gauthier. • Family Fun Night with Clay, Sat., Oct. 5, 5-6:30pm or 7-8:30pm, $75 per family. Instructor: Trisha Dawn Coggins. • Intro to Photography Workshop, Sun., Oct. 6, 11am-5pm, $60. Instructor: Lorenzo Perego. • Batik Napkin Class, Oct. 7, 9 & 11, 6-9pm, $95 + $40 materials fee. Instructor: Margot Myers. • Batik Tea Towel Workshop, Oct. 8 & 10, 6-8:30pm, $60 + $20 materials fee. Instructor: Margot Myers. • Beginning Weaving/ Tapestry Workshop, Wednesdays, Oct. 9-Nov. 13, 1-3pm, $125. Instructor: Joyce Noordmans. • Silk Painting Workshop for Kids, Sat., Oct. 12, 1-4pm, $24. Instructor: Janet Lehwalder. • Digital Photography Workshop, Oct. 12 & 19, 2-5pm, $75. Instructor: Mark Bergsma. • Copper Stamped Pendant Workshop, Sun., Oct. 13, 1-4pm, $40. Instructor: Judith Gauthier. • Christmas Gift Making Workshop for Kids, Mon., Oct. 14, 9:30am-12:30pm, $25. Instructor: Mary Oates. • Hand Painting Knitted Lace with Dye Workshop, Sat. & Sun., Oct. 19 & 20, 10am-4pm, $100. Instructor: Kim McKenna. • Ring in a Day Workshop, Sat., Oct. 19, 11am-5pm, $85. Instructor: Judith Gauthier. • One-Day Raku Workshop, Sat., Oct. 19, 1-3:30pm, $20. Instructor: Jesse Rasmussen. • Create Your Personal Story on Canvas Workshop, Sat. & Sun., Oct. 26 & 27, 9:30am-4:30pm, $200. Instructor: Nancy Grigsby. • 2-Day Beginning Jewelry Workshop, Sat. & Sun., Oct. 26 & 27, 11am-5pm, $130. Instructor: Judith Gauthier. • Intro to Film Photography Workshop, Sun., Oct. 27, 11am-5pm, $60. Instructor: Lorenzo Perego. • Beginning Basket Workshop, Tues., Oct. 29, 9:30am-12:30pm, $25. Instructor: Mary Oates. Jansen Art Center is located at 321 Front St., Lynden. Info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Maggie Wilder’s Magic Mud Show –

This one-person exhibition of new paintings by Maggie Wilder can be viewed Oct. 5-20 at Gallery Cygnus, 109 Commercial St., La Conner. Wilder explores relationship to place in her paintings, and a concept she calls “yondering,” a human mental activity somewhere between wondering and wandering. Also continuing through Oct. 20 at Gallery Cygnus, is the exceptional wood and saggar fired ceramic work of Jeffrey Hanks. Gallery hours are noon5pm, Fri.-Sun. Free admission. More info: 360-708-4787, gallerycygnus@gmail.com or www.gallerycygnus.com.

Artist Demonstration: Lyn Linder – Watch while award-winning artist Lyn Linder uses her gifts of color and light to

create beautiful impressionist art that captures the essence of Skagit County on Sat., Oct. 5 from 5-8pm at Ann Hardee Gallery, 101 N. 1st St., La Conner. Enjoy live music at the gallery during the demonstration. Free admission. More info: www.annhardeegallery.com.

Immersed in Color: Lecture by Gail Harker – Color is so much a part of our

everyday life that we forget it is a powerful, suggestive visual force considered and used by people since ancient times. Our use of color in art, design, craft and fashion evokes a deep emotional response. Take a fresh look at color and your perception of it on Sat., Oct. 5 at 6pm as Gail reveals a multitude of inspirational ideas that anyone can take away and develop in their own works of art. The Museum of Northwest Art is located at 121 1st St., La Conner. Cost is $25. More info: 360-466-4288, info@laconnerquilts.com or www.laconnerquilts.com.

these talented artists. The exhibit will be open Oct. 10-Nov. 24, Wed.-Sun., 11am-5pm. The La Conner Quilt and Textile Museum is located at 703 S. 2nd St. Admission is $7 (includes admission to all exhibits). More info: 360-466-4288, info@laconnerquilts.com or www.laconnerquilts.com. (continued on page 14)

Whatcom Museum Guild Gathering: Discovering Jansen – Join the Museum

Guild for a trip to Lynden on Thurs., Oct. 10 and discover the Jansen Art Center with Executive Director Susan Marshall. We will meet at Whatcom Museum Old City Hall at 10am to arrive by 11am at Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St. Guests welcome. Info: www.whatcommuseum.org.

Abstracted Fibre Art Network Exhibition – The “Abstracted” exhibition

by the Fibre Art Network from Western Canada will explore the concept of realistic and abstract art. Pairs of artists will illustrate their subject as one in a representative fibre art piece and one in an abstract/non-representative fibre art piece. As you view the pairs of art work, you will see a continuum with commonalities and differences in how the subject has been handled. Vivian Kapusta, Guest Curator. • Inspired to Design: Art Quilts by Elizabeth Barton – Elizabeth Barton works with cloth and dye, and she is a quiltmaker. Her quilts, however, are not at all traditional; they are “contemporary” or “art quilts” or “fiber collages.” Viewers will be delighted by the richness of light, texture, and color. The exhibitions can be viewed Oct. 10-Dec. 29 at the La Conner Quilt and Textile Museum (703 S. 2nd St.) Wed.-Sun. from 11am-5pm. Admission is $7 (includes all exhibits). More info: 360466-4288, curator@laconnerquilts.com or www.laconnerquilts.com.

Best of the 2013 Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival – An exhibit of the top award-

winning quilts, wearables, and fiber art judged to be the best at our 2013 Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival. Whether your style leans more to the traditional or more towards the art quilt, or whether your passion is wearable art or fiber art, there are many fine examples of contemporary work for you to see. This is your opportunity to really study the works by

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Fibers & Beyond – Whatcom Weavers

Guild 14th annual show and sale will be held Fri., Oct. 11, 5-9pm, and Sat., Oct. 12, 10am-4pm, at Hampton Inn’s Fox Hall, 3985 Bennett Drive, Bellingham (I-5 exit 258). Be early for best selection of beautiful handcrafted gifts – clothing, household linens, jewelry, decor items, yarn and fleece. Enjoy exhibits & demos of weaving and related crafts. Free admission. Info: Dee Dee O’Connor at 360-7521755, www.whatcomweaversguild.org.

WWU Gallery Program and Sculpture Tour – The American

Association of University Women (AAUW) Bellingham Chapter presents a program and sculpture tour at Western Washington University on Sat., Oct. 12 at 10am with Gallery Director Sarah Clark-Langager. Meeting begins at the campus gallery. AAUW supports equity for women and girls through education, research, advocacy, and philanthropy. The organization meets monthly on the second Saturday with various programs. Free admission. More info: 360-392-8856 or hbergkolin@gmail.com.

Clay Club – Clay Club will be held on

Tuesdays in October (15, 22 & 29) from 6-9pm at Baker Creek Ceramic Studio, 4058 Hammer Dr., Bellingham. Bring your ideas for your own clay projects, use studio equipment to build your pieces and get peer support, advice and feedback. Please bring your own tools, a hand towel and plastic to cover your work in progress. Clay Club members get one private shelf for work in progress and tools as long as they are enrolled. Clay and tools are available for purchase. Cost is $69. Info: 360-3935458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com.

Artist Reception at La Conner Quilt and Textile Museum – Don’t miss this

opportunity to meet the individual artists of our current exhibits on Sat., Oct. 19 from 1-3pm at the La Conner Quilt and Textile Museum, 703 S. 2nd St. Meet the artists of Fibre Art Network and the artists of the Best of the Festival exhibit. Here is your opportunity to talk with the artists about their working style and the techniques involved in creating their art, which may be a quilt or a wearable or fiber art work. Refreshments will be served. Admission is $7 (includes all exhibits). More info: 360-466-4288 or www.laconnerquilts.com.

Fiber Arts at the Museum – The

Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher, 250 Flora St., will be transformed into a weaver’s studio for a day on Sat., Oct. 26, from noon-4pm. The Weavers Guild invites you to enjoy a wide variety of original fiber creations, along with demonstrations and opportunities for all ages to try your hand at weaving. Special projects for kids! Regular admission rates / Museum members free. More info: www.whatcommuseum.org.

Entertainment News Northwest ~ October 2013

Messenger, 36 x 48 inch oil painting by Trish Harding.

Exhibit Connects to Lightcatcher’s “Vanishing Ice” by Stephanie Dethlefs Adding to the growing voices concerned with global climate change, local artist and owner of Studio UFO in Bellingham, Trish Harding presents “Hot Water: The Tipping Point” in November. This one-woman show will be her first in a couple of years, and connects thematically with the Vanishing Ice exhibit at the Lightcatcher Museum in Bellingham. The Vanishing Ice exhibit, on display from November to March, emphasizes the global effects of climate change, specifically with regards to the polar and alpine regions. “Hot Water: The Tipping Point” will include all new oil paintings which address this same issue but with the inclusion of local iconic imagery to emphasize her concerns. “My message is that climate change is real, that there is a way to reverse it, and that it will take every one of us to make the change necessary to save the health of planet earth,” Harding explains. She wants her paintings to “require the viewer to think, interact, and begin a dialogue on the subject. Hopefully [visitors] will be troubled, enlightened, inspired and involved.” Harding, who has been painting for over 40 years, is not new to tackling political issues in her work. “As my painting has matured, the subject and the statement has merged with my political views, often local issues that have a global significance,” she says. With this show, the message was more important than sales. “I believe that keeping sales or money out of the equation from the very conception frees me up to paint work that is truthful, authentic, and on target. Sales motivation would not allow me to paint what is necessary for this type of a show.” The show opens Friday, November 1, from 6-9pm at Studio UFO. For more information about Studio UFO and the exhibit, visit www.studioufo.net or call 360-319-6115.

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OCTOBER 2013 TUESDAY 10/1/2013 “Fall for Art” Art Walk, Downtown Sedro-

Woolley, 10am-5pm, free, 360-588-4384. (pg. 10) Doctober, Pickford Film Center, see schedule at www.pickfordfilmcenter.org. (pg. 28) Storytime, Launching Success Learning Store, 10:30-11:30am, free, 360-527-2641, info@launchingsuccess.com or www.launchingsuccess.com. (pg. 26) Clay Club (1st of 4 classes), Baker Creek Ceramic Studio, 6-9pm, $92, 360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com. (pg. 10)

VB Writes ... Nonfiction Writing Group,

Village Books Reading Gallery, 6:15-8:15pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Cooking Class: Soup from Around the Globe, Gretchens, 6:30pm, $30, 360-336-8747, www.gretchenskitchen.com. (pg. 35) GED Preparation Help, Lynden Library, 6:30-8:30pm, 360-305-3600 (Tina). (pg. 36)

A Hedgebrook: Women Authoring Change Event: “I Am Troy Davis” by Jen Marlowe with special guest Kimberly La’Shawn Davis (co-sponsored by Amnesty International Puget Sound), Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

Square Dance Lessons with Rainbow Squares, Ten Mile Grange, 7-9pm, first 2 lessons free then $5 per lesson, 360-733-4487, www.sqdance.org. (pg. 32) Square Dance Lessons, Mount Vernon Senior Center, 7-9pm, 1st 2 lessons free, then $4 per lesson, 360-424-4608 or rosie@valleyint.com. (pg. 32) Jazz Project Jazz Jam, Boundary Bay Brewery, 8:30-11:30pm, free, 360-650-1066, jsherwoodjazzproject@earthlink.net or www.jazzproject.org.

WEDNESDAY 10/2/2013 “Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Ferndale Toddler Time, Ferndale Boys & Girls Club, 10-11:30am, suggested donations of $3 per child / $5 per family, 360-671-3660 ext. 100, info@wcel.net or www.wcel.net. (pg. 26) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28)

Birchwood Garden Club Monthly Meeting,

Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room, 7pm, free, www.birchwoodgardenclub.org. (pg. 7) Nature of Writing Series featuring Sarah Swanson & Max Smith (“Must See Birds of the Pacific Northwest”) (co-sponsored by North Cascades Institute), Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

THURSDAY 10/3/2013 “Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Computer Tutoring (adults), Blaine Library, 2-4pm, register at 360-305-3600.

WDRC Open House in Honor of Conflict Resolution Month, Whatcom Dispute

Resolution Center, 3:30-6pm, free, 360-676-0122, outreach@whatcomdrc.org or www.whatcomdrc.org. (pg. 36) Live Music in The Piano Lounge: Marvin Johnson, Jansen Art Center, 5:30-7:30pm, no cover, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.JansenArtCenter.org. (pg. 36) VB Writes ... Poetry Writing Group, Village Books Reading Gallery, 5:30-7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

2013 Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival Kick-Off Party, Swinomish Yacht Club, 6-8:30pm, $20, 360-466-4288, info@laconnerquilts.com or www.laconnerquilts.com. (pg. 11) Cooking Class: Wine and Food Pairing with Mount Bakery Winery and Taylor Shellfish, Gretchens, 6:30pm, $45. (pg. 35) Author Reads: “This Is Paradise: Stories” by Kristiana Kahakauwila (fiction), Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

META Performing Arts presents “Pan the musical,” Lincoln Theatre, 7pm, $10 bargain

night, 360-336-8955, www.lincolntheatre.org.

“Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community

Theatre, 7:30pm, $20, 360-293-6829, act@acttheatre.com or www.acttheatre.com. (pg. 5) Matt Birmingham (saxophone), Madeline Slettedahl (piano), and Coltan Foster (bassoon), Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 7:30pm, $10 suggested donation, 360-6764118, www.bellinghammusicclub.org. (pg. 36)

Open Mic, The Conway Muse, 7:30pm, no

cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com.

“The Prisoner of Second Avenue,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7:30pm, $14 adults / $12 seniors and students, 360-733-1811, bellinghamtheatreguild@yahoo.com or bellinghamtheatreguild.com. (pg. 5) Tocato Tango (classic Argentinian tango), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8-11pm, no cover, 360-715-3642, info@skylarkshiddencafe.com or www.skylarkshiddencafe.com.

FRIDAY 10/4/2013 2013 Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival, La Conner

Quilt and Textile Museum, 10am-6pm, $10. (pg. 11) “Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Star Wars Reads (all ages), Lecture Room, Bellingham Central Library, 3-5pm, free, 360-778-7200 (Bethany), bhoglund@cob.org. Robotics at SPARK (4-week workshop begins), SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, 3:30-5pm, $60, anne@sparkmuseum.org, 360-738-3886 or www.sparkmuseum.org. (pg. 26) Alley Arts Project, Alley behind Allied Arts, 4-7pm, free, 360-676-8548, info@alliedarts.org or www.alliedarts.org. (pg. 11)

Anacortes Oktoberfest: Bier on the Pier,

Historic Port Warehouse, 5-9pm, $20 advance / $25 at the door / 2-day passes for $35 advance / $45 at the door, www.anacortes.org. (pg. 35) Western Line Dancing Class, Ten Mile Grange, New Beginners at 5:45pm, Beginners 1 at 6:30pm, Intermediates at 7:30pm, $5, 360-354-4325 or charlene.lenn@gmail.com. Allied Arts Juried Artist Series: “Serene Certainty” Opening Reception, Allied Arts of Whatcom County, 6-9pm, free, 360-676-8548, katy@alliedarts.org or www.alliedarts.org. (pg. 11) Artist Reception: Jill Bliss, Honey Salon, 6-9pm, free, 360-778-3858, hair@honeybellingham.com or www.honeybellingham.com. (pg. 11)

“Fairies and Fantastic Creatures:” Soprano Amber Sudduth Bone with Pianist Jay Rozendaal, Trinity Lutheran Church,

10:30am, free, 360-671-0252, www.bellinghammusicclub.org. (pg. 36) World Issues Forum: “Afghanistan, Ecology and the End of War,” WWU Fairhaven College Auditorium, noon-1:15pm, free, 360-650-2309, www.wwu.edu/fairhaven/news/worldissuesforum/. (pg. 33) Mask-Making, Blaine Library, 3:15-4:15pm, free, 360-305-3600. (pg. 26) Meditation Hour, Simply Spirit Reading & Healing Center, 5:30-6:30pm, $5, 360-647-7134, admin@simplyspiritcenter.com or www.simplyspiritcenter.com. (pg. 30) Beginning Jewelry Metalsmithing (5-day class) begins, Bellingham Metal Arts Guild, 6-9pm, $185 + $15 kit fee, 360-201-0236, info@BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org or www.BellinghamMetalArtsGuild.org. (pg. 11)

End of Life Choices Advance Care Planning / Advance Directive Workshop, Spring Creek Retirement & Assisted Living, 6:30-8pm, free, 360-788-6526, waha.acp@hinet.org or www.whatcomalliance.org. (pg. 30)

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OCTOBER 2013 Artists’ Reception: Artpocalypse (Trish Harding), Fourth Corner Frames, 6-10pm, 360-319-6115 or www.studioufo.net. (pg. 11)

Candace Buethorn Unveils 2014 Calendar,

Buethorn Watercolor Studio, 6-9pm, free, 360-778-3941, admin@cnbuethorn.com or www.candacebuethorn.com. (pg. 12) Downtown Bellingham Art Walk, 6-10pm, free, lindsey@downtownbellingham.com, www.downtownbham.wordpress.com or 360-527-8710. (pg. 12) First Friday Gallery Walk, downtown Anacortes, 6pm, free, 360-293-6938, gallery@scottmilo.com, www.anacortesart.com. (pg. 12) Friday Night Writes Club for Teens, Village Books Writer’s Corner, 6-7pm, free, www.whatcomyoungwriters/clubs. (pg. 26)

META Performing Arts presents “Pan the musical,” Lincoln Theatre, 7pm, $10-$20, 360-336-8955, www.lincolntheatre.org.

“Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Northwest Singles Club Weekly Coffee Hour, Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 10-11:30am, free, 360-393-3982. Sculpture Woods of Ann Morris, 3851 Legoe Bay Rd., Lummi Island, 10am-5pm, free, www.annmorrisbronze.com.

Seeking Right Relationships with Native Americans, Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship,

10am-noon or 2-4pm, $10 or more suggested donation, bethbrownf@aol.com. (pg. 36) Silk Painting Flags Workshop, Jansen Art Center, 10am-4pm, $60, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.com or www.jansenartcenter.com. (pg. 13) Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms, family farms across Skagit County, 10am-4pm, free, 360-421-4729, skagitfarmtour@fidalgo.net or www.farmtour.com. (pg. 26) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28)

“The Prisoner of Second Avenue,” Bellingham

United States Citizenship Class (1st of 5) begins (adults), Blaine Library, 10:30am-noon,

Faucher Four (jazz quartet), Skylark’s in

Fold Form Bracelet Workshop, Jansen Art

Theatre Guild, 7:30pm. (pg. 5)

Fairhaven, 8-11pm, no cover, 360-715-3642, info@skylarkshiddencafe.com or www.skylarkshiddencafe.com. “Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 8pm, $20. (pg. 5) Mia Vermillion & Kevin Sutton (blues, jazz, folk), The Conway Muse, 8pm, $12 cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com. Music & Dancing with DJ Clint, Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com.

SATURDAY 10/5/2013 Live Your Passion Personal Empowerment Retreat, Waterfront Lodge at Thousand Trails in La Conner, 8:30am-4pm, $95, 360-9414595, stacie@whatsyouravocado.com or www.whatsyouravocado.com. (pg. 36)

Page to Stage, Part 1: Student Stage Performance Class (for teachers), Launching Success Learning Store, 9am-noon, $50, pre-registration required at 360-527-2641, info@launchingsuccess.com or www.launchingsuccess.com. (pg. 36)

19th Annual Whatcom Artist Studio Tour,

10am-5pm, free, info@studiotour.net or www.studiotour.net. (pg. 12) 2013 Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival, La Conner Quilt and Textile Museum, 10am-6pm, $10. (pg. 11) Bellingham Farmers Market, Depot Market Square, 10am-3pm, free, 360-647-2060, www.bellinghamfarmers.org.

pre-register at 360-305-3600 (Debby). Center, 11am-4pm, $65. (pg. 13)

Master Gardener’s Clinic, Garden Spot Nursery, 11am-1pm, free, erin@garden-spot.com, 360-676-5480 or www.garden-spot.com. (7)

Anacortes Oktoberfest: Bier on the Pier,

Historic Port Warehouse, noon-6pm, $20 advance / $25 at the door / 2-day passes for $35 advance / $45 at the door, www.anacortes.org. (pg. 35)

“Claire de Lune” Lynden Music Festival Opening Concert, Jansen Art Center Chamber Hall (321 Front St.), noon-1:15pm, free, 366-510-0654, davis.gaye@gmail.com or www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. (pg. 40)

Yoga For Cancer Survivors Workshop,

Ferndale Kula Yoga, noon-1pm, by donation, 360-927-2202, holly@ferndalekulayoga.com or www.ferndalekulayoga.com. (pg. 30) Audubon at the Museum, Whatcom Museum Syre Education Center, 1-3pm, $5 special admission / Museum members free, www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 26) Chinese Culture Workshop (ages 4 and up), Lecture Room, Bellingham Central Library, 1-3pm, free, 360-778-7200 (Bethany), bhoglund@cob.org. Kids Kreate! (ages 5 and up), Launching Success Learning Store, 1-2pm, free, 360-527-2641, info@launchingsuccess.com or www.launchingsuccess.com. (pg. 26)

Bellingham Ukulele Group (BUG) Beginner’s Workshop and Monthly Jam, St. James Presbyterian Church, 2-5pm, $5, 360-733-6867, bhamuke@gmail.com or www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com. (pg. 36) Mask-Making, Ferndale Library, 2-3pm, free, 360-305-3600. (pg. 26)

Traditional Jazz Music and Dancing,

Bellingham VFW Hall, 2-5pm, $10 members / $6 students / $12 general, 360-734-2973, www.btjs.webs.com. (pg. 32) Artist Demonstration: Lyn Linder, Ann Hardee Gallery, 5-8pm, free, www.annhardeegallery.com. (pg. 13) Family Fun Night with Clay, Jansen Art Center, 5-6:30pm or 7-8:30pm, $75 per family. (pg. 13)

Immersed in Color: Lecture by Gail Harker, Museum of Northwest Art, 6-8:30pm, $25, 360-466-4288, info@laconnerquilts.com or www.laconnerquilts.com. (pg. 13)

Entertainment News Northwest ~ October 2013

ClassHickal Guitar (200-year-old songs), Old

World Deli, 6:30-8pm, no cover, all ages, 738-2090, www.OldWorldDeli1.com. Author Reads: “Enon” by Paul Harding (fiction), Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

META Performing Arts presents “Pan the musical,” Lincoln Theatre, 7pm, $10-$20, 360-336-8955, www.lincolntheatre.org.

Fourth Corner Folk Dancers First Saturday Folk Dance Party with Kafana Republik, Fairhaven Library, 7:30-10:30pm, $15 requested donation, 360-380-0456. (pg. 32)

McIntyre Hall Presents: Eric Bibb in Concert,

McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm, $25 reserved, 360-416-7727, mcintyre.hall@skagit.edu or www.mcintyrehall.org. (pg. 6) “The Prisoner of Second Avenue,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7:30pm. (pg. 5) Jon Batiste (a Modern Jazz Classic), Mount Baker Theatre, 8pm, $20-$42 + applicable fees, www.mountbakertheatre.com or 360-734-6080. “Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 8pm, $20. (pg. 5) Stirred Not Shaken (casual jazz with vocals), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8-11pm, no cover, 360-715-3642, info@skylarkshiddencafe.com or www.skylarkshiddencafe.com. Tun the Band (funk, rock, blues), The Conway Muse, 8pm, no cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com. The Penny Stinkers, Honey Moon, 8:30pm, no cover, www.honeymoonmead.net or 360-734-0728. Buckaroo Blues Band (contemporary/classic/ country rock), Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com.

SUNDAY 10/6/2013 Seeking Right Relationships with Native Americans, Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship, 2-4pm. (pg. 36)

Women’s Voices NW, SPARK Museum of

Electrical Invention’s KMRE Radio 102.3 FM, 9-10am, free, 360-223-3252, www.sparkmuseum.org. (pg. 33)

19th Annual Whatcom Artist Studio Tour, 10am-5pm. (pg. 12)

2013 Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival, La Conner

Quilt and Textile Museum, 10am-4:30pm, $10. (pg. 11) “Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms, family farms across Skagit County, 10am-4pm. (pg. 26) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Intro to Photography Workshop, Jansen Art Center, 11am-5pm, $60. (pg. 13) Audubon at the Museum, Whatcom Museum Syre Education Center, 1-3pm. (pg. 26) Bike Ride: Haxton Trail Ridge, Slater and Haxton Roads, 1pm, free, info@everybodyBIKE.com, 360-671-BIKE or www.everybodyBIKE.com. (pg. 26) “Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 2pm, $20. (pg. 5)

META Performing Arts presents “Pan the musical,” Lincoln Theatre, 2pm, $10-$20, 360-336-8955, www.lincolntheatre.org.

“The Prisoner of Second Avenue,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 2pm. (pg. 5)

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OCTOBER 2013 WSO Celebration Debut Concert: Yaniv Attar, Mount Baker Theatre, 3pm, $12 / $28 / $32 (free teen ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket), 360-756-6752, info@whatcomsymphony.com or www.whatcomsymphony.com. (pg. 36-37) Bellingham Laughter Club, Downtown Food Co-op Connections Building, 4-5pm, free, 360-734-4989, therapeuticstudio@msn.com. (pg. 33)

VB Reads ... Afternoon Book Chat: “the Light

Peter Ali: Yaqui Native Flute Presentation,

Between Oceans” by M.L. Stedman (author not attending), Village Books, 1pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Medicare Awareness Conference, Bellingham Activity Center, 2-5pm, free, 360-733-4030, vista@wccoa.org. (pg. 30) Free Introductory Marimba Class, Ruvara Marimba Studio, 3:30-4:30pm, free, 360-9026494, nancy@ruvara.org or www.ruvara.org. (pg. 37)

Bellwether Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Stirred Not

Batik Tea Towel Workshop (2-day class begins),

Village Books, 4pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

Shaken, Hotel Bellwether Lighthouse Bar and Grill, 4:30-7:30pm, no cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com. Auditions for “Inspecting Carol,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7-9pm, 360-733-1811, bellinghamtheatreguild@yahoo.com or www.bellinghamtheatreguild.com. (pg. 5)

Auditions for 2013 Community Talent Revue, Ferndale School High Auditorium, 5-7pm. (5)

Jansen Art Center, 6-8:30pm, $60 + $20 materials fee. (pg. 13)

VB Writes ... Spec Fiction / Sci Fi Writing Group, Village Books Mezzanine, 6-8pm,

Bellingham Threshold Singers Choir Rehearsal, Jerns Funeral Chapel, 6:30-8:30pm, free, info@bellinghamthresholdsingers.org , www.bellinghamthresholdsingers.org or 360-927-4384. (pg. 34) Cooking Class: Hands-On Knife Skills, Gretchens, 6:30pm, $30. (pg. 35) GED Preparation Help, Lynden Library, 6:30-8:30pm, 360-305-3600 (Tina). (pg. 36) Lynden Music Festival: Mt. Baker Toppers, Meadow Greens (301 Homestead Blvd.), 6:30-7:45pm, by donation, 360-510-0654, davis.gaye@gmail.com. (pg. 40) Author Reads: “The Enchanted Heir” by Cinda Williams Chima (middle readers & teens), Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

MONDAY 10/7/2013 “Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Northwest Singles Club Weekly Walk, Taylor Dock, 10am-11:30am, 360-393-3982.

Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Genealogy Volunteers, SVGS Library Collection

at Burlington Public Library, 11am-1pm, free, 360-757-6224, genealogy0715@gmail.com or www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~wasvgs. (pg. 33)

Whatcom Knitting Guild Monthly Meeting,

Squalicum Yacht Club, noon-3pm, free, 971-645-6515, whatcomknitting@gmail.com. (pg. 33) Tai-Chi at the Deming Library, 4-5pm, free, 360-305-3600 (Katrina). (pg. 30)

Auditions for 2013 Community Talent Revue,

Ferndale High School Auditorium, 5-7pm, free, sharonne.johnson@ferndalesd.org, 360-3839261 or www.ferndale.wednet.edu. (pg. 5) Batik Napkin Class (3-day workshop begins), Jansen Art Center, 6-9pm, $90 + $40 materials fee. (pg. 13) YA Read! (new book discussion group for teens and adults), Teen Space at the Bellingham Central Library, 6-7pm, free, 360-778-7231 (Jennifer), jlovchik@cob.org. Writing the Movie Screenplay (1st of 4 sessions) begins, Whatcom Community College (105 Kelly Hall), 6:30-9pm, $109, 360-3833200, www.indiefilmgroup.com. (pg. 29) Auditions for “Inspecting Carol,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7-9pm. (pg. 5) Concert of Traditional Irish Music, YWCA Ballroom, 7-10pm, $15, 360-733-5960, oldtimemusic.bellingham@gmail.com. (pg. 37) Monday Night Jazz Ensemble (course begins), Jansen Art Center, 7-9pm, $30. (pg. 37) VB Reads … General Literature: “The Handmaid’s Tale” by Margaret Atwood (author not attending), Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

TUESDAY 10/8/2013 “Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Storytime, Launching Success Learning Store, 10:30-11:30am. (pg. 26)

Lynden Music Festival Concert: Duo Lido,

Lynden Community Center (401 Grover St.), 12:30-1:30pm, by donation, 360-510-0654, davis.gaye@gmail.com. (pg. 40)

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OCTOBER 2013 Square Dance Lessons with Rainbow Squares, Ten Mile Grange, 7-9pm. (pg. 32) Square Dance Lessons, Mount Vernon Senior Center, 7-9pm. (pg. 32)

WEDNESDAY 10/9/2013 “Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Ferndale Toddler Time, Ferndale Boys & Girls Club, 10-11:30am. (pg. 26)

Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Lynden Music Festival: “Java Jive” with Steve

Rudy and Clive Collins, Safeway Woods Coffee (8071 Guide Meridian), 11am-noon, by donation, davis.gaye@gmail.com, 360-5100654, www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. (pg. 40) World Issues Forum: “No Longer Shackled by Chains but by Our Economic Conditions: The Struggle for Trade, Labor and Racial Justice in Colombia’s Ports,” WWU Fairhaven College Auditorium, noon-1:15pm. (pg. 33)

Beginning Weaving/Tapestry Workshop

(class begins), Jansen Art Center, 1-3pm, $125. (pg. 13)

Lifelong Learning Course: “Hindu Gods & Goddesses” (3-day class) begins, Garden

Street Methodist Church, 1-3pm, $58 members / $73 non-members, 360-650-4970, acadll@wwu.edu or www.wwu.edu. (pg. 34)

End of Life Choices Advance Care Planning / Advance Directive Workshop, Spring Creek Retirement & Assisted Living, 1:30-3pm. (pg. 30)

2nd Chapter Book Discussion Group:

“Servant’s Hall” by Margaret Powell, Bellingham Central Library Adult Conference Room, 2-3:30pm, free, 360-778-7230 (Katie), knbray@cob.org. (pg. 7)

Keep Your Storytelling from Dragging (grades 3-5), Launching Success Learning Store, 2-3:30pm, $12, pre-registration required. (26) Lynden Music Festival: Parisian Street Songs, Jansen Art Center Chamber Hall, 2-3pm, $5, 360-510-0654, davis.gaye@gmail.com. (40) Healing Hour, Simply Spirit Reading & Healing Center, 5:30-6:30pm, $5, 360-647-7134, admin@simplyspiritcenter.com or www.simplyspiritcenter.com. (pg. 30)

Northwest Singles Club Monthly Meeting and Dinner, Cascade Pizza, 5:30-7pm, 360-393-3982.

Blues Harmonica 1 Workshop (2-day class

begins), Jansen Art Center, 6-7pm, $24. (pg. 37) GED Prepration (6-week class) begins, Ferndale Library, 6-9pm, register at 360-305-3600. (36)

Writers Discussion and Working Group,

Bellingham Yacht Club, 6-8:30pm, annual dues $25 / first 2 visits free, 970-218-9628, www.UpstartCrowsWritersAssociation.com or kbrown@ChantiReviews.com. (pg. 34) Book Reading: “A Whole New Normal” by Marla Bronstein, Village Books, 7-8pm, free, www.villagebooks.com. (pg. 8)

Chuckanut Sandstone Writer’s Theater Open Mic, Firehouse Cafe, 7-8:30pm, no cover, 360-671-9961, joakworm@aol.com. (pg. 7)

Lynden Music Festival Gala, Lynden Middle

School Auditorium (516 Main St.), 7-8:30pm, $10 adults / 18 and under free, 360-510-0654, davis.gaye@gmail.com. (pg. 40) Blues Guitar 1 Workshop (3-day class begins), Jansen Art Center, 7:30-8:30pm, $34. (pg. 37) Mike Allen Quartet (MAQ) Jazz Series, Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth, 7:309:30pm, $10, Mike.Allen@wwu.edu, 360-6503133 or www.mikeallenjazz.com. (pg. 37) Lynden Music Festival: Steve Rudy Trio, The 9 Bistro (115 E. Homestead Blvd.), 9-11pm, by donation, 360-510-0654, davis.gaye@gmail.com or www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. (pg. 40)

THURSDAY 10/10/2013 “Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Guild Gathering: Discovering Jansen, Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, carpool departs at 10am, free, www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 13) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Lynden Music Festival: Piano Workshop with Ruusamari Teppo, Jansen Art Center Chamber Hall, 11:30am-12:30pm, by donation, 360-510-0654, davis.gaye@gmail.com. (40) Computer Tutoring (adults), Blaine Library, 2-4pm, register at 360-305-3600. Lynden Music Festival: Pianist Bobby Lee McMurray, Jansen Art Center Firehall Cafe, 5-7pm, by donation, davis.gaye@gmail.com, 360-510-0654. (pg. 40) Lynden Music Festival: The Jaded Lovers, Lynden Pioneer Museum (217 Front St.), 5-7pm, by donation, davis.gaye@gmail.com or 360-510-0654. (pg. 40) Cooking Class: Splendid Squash, Gretchens, 6pm, $19. (pg. 35) VB Writes ... Fiction Writing Group, Village Books Reading Gallery, 6-8pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Candidate Forum: Whatcom County Council, Bellingham Municipal Court, 6:30-8:30pm, free, 2ndVP@lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org, www.lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org or 360-734-2366. (pg. 34)

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Author Reads: “The Healing Paradox: A

Revolutionary Approach to Treating and Curing Physical and Mental Illness” by Steven Goldsmith, Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. David’s Drinking Band (drinking songs of all kinds), The Conway Muse, 7:30pm, $3 cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com. “Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm, $20. (pg. 5) Lynden Music Festival: Sibelius Concert/ Chamber Music, Jansen Art Center Chamber Hall, 7:30-8:45pm, $18, davis.gaye@gmail.com or 360-510-0654. (pg. 40) “The Prisoner of Second Avenue,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7:30pm. (pg. 5)

Whatcom County Historical Society: “Treasures from the Trunk,” Whatcom

Museum Old City Hall, 7:30pm, $3 suggested donation / Museum members free, www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 31) Bryan Forsloff (jazz solo guitar), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8-11pm, no cover, 360-715-3642, info@skylarkshiddencafe.com or www.skylarkshiddencafe.com.

FRIDAY 10/11/2013 “Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Census Data For Grant Writers Workshop, Ferndale Library, 12:30-3:30pm, pre-register at 360-305-3600 (Sarah). (pg. 36) Lynden Music Festival: Duo Lido, Wear on Earth (514 Front St.), 12:30-1:30pm, by donation, terhimiikkib@yahoo.com or 360-510-0654. (pg. 40) Lynden Music Festival: The McNeely Family Band, Muljat Group North (505 Front St.), 3-4pm, by donation, 360-510-0654, terhimiikkib@yahoo.com. (pg. 40) Robotics at SPARK (4-week workshop begins), SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, 3:30-5pm, $60. (pg. 26) Fairhaven Family Movie (all ages), Fairhaven Library Fireplace Room, call for title, 4-6pm, free, 360-778-7200 (Bethany), www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. Fibers & Beyond, Whatcom Weavers Guild, Hampton Inn’s Fox Hall, 5-9pm, free, 360752-1755, www.whatcomweaversguild.org. (pg. 14) Lynden Music Festival: “Java Jive” with Bach to Rock with Matt Rehfeldt, Katz Coffee & Used Books (513 Front St.), 5-6pm, by donation, 360-510-0654, terhimiikkib@yahoo.com. (40) Friday Night Writes Club for Teens, Village Books, 6-7pm, free. (pg. 26) Book Reading: Norma Shainin’s “Instead,” Village Books, 7-9pm, free, 360-671-2626, events@villagebooks.com. (pg. 7)

CommUnity Coffee House Open Mic featuring The Honeybees, Unity Church (1095 Telegraph Rd.), 7-9pm, no cover.

Skagit Opera Presents “Rigoletto,” McIntyre

Hall, 7:30pm, $15-$59, info@skagitopera.org or www.skagitopera.org. (pg. 37) “The Prisoner of Second Avenue,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7:30pm. (pg. 5) Blueberry Hill (bluegrass), The Conway Muse, 8pm, $7 cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com. Brian Buller Music (experimental folk, autumnal-themed), Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 8-9:30pm, $5-$15 flexible cover at door, www.brianbullermusic.com.

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OCTOBER 2013 “Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 8pm, $20. (pg. 5) The Swing Gang (jazz featuring saxophone), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8-10pm, no cover, 360-715-3642, info@earthlink.net or www.skylarkshiddencafe.com. Music & Dancing with DJ Little, Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com.

SATURDAY 10/12/2013 BSAC Harvest Breakfast, Bellignham Activity

Center, 8-11am, $6 adults / $3.50 kids / $13 for family of four, 360-733-4030, cbell@wccoa.org or www.wccoa.org. (pg. 26) Autumn Arts Festival, St. Joseph Center, 9am-4pm, free admission, 360-428-3912, l_c_yeo@msn.com or www.icrsweb.org. (pg. 33)

Page to Stage, Part 2: Desktop Theatre Class (for teachers), Launching Success Learning Store, 9am-noon, $60, pre-registration required. (pg. 36) Spiritual Gardening Class, Garden Spot Nursery, 9-11am, free. (pg. 7)

19th Annual Whatcom Artist Studio Tour, 10am-5pm. (pg. 12)

Bellingham Farmers Market, Depot Market

Square, 10am-3pm, free, 360-647-2060, www.bellinghamfarmers.org. “Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Fibers & Beyond, Whatcom Weavers Guild, Hampton Inn’s Fox Hall, 10am-4pm, free admission, 360-752-1755, www.whatcomweaversguild.org. (pg. 14) Lynden Music Festival: Student Choir Festival with Male Ensemble Northwest, Lynden Christian School (515 Drayton St.), 10am-4pm, $12, 360-303-9832, rsmit@lyncs.org. (pg. 40)

Northwest Singles Club Weekly Coffee Hour, Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 10-11:30am.

Peter and the Wolf: Music & Marionettes,

Jansen Art Center, 10am, $10 adults / $5 children under 12, info@jansenartcenter.org , 360-354-3600 or www.jansenartcenter.org. (pg. 27) Saturday Knitting Circle (class begins), Jansen Art Center, 10am-noon, $5 per class. (pg. 33)

WWU Gallery Program and Sculpture Tour,

WWU Gallery, 10am, free, 360-392-8856, hbergkolin@gmail.com. (pg. 14) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Mask-Making, Deming Library, 10:30-11:30am, free, 360-305-3600. (pg. 26) Mask-Making, Everson Library, 10:30-11:30am, free, 360-305-3600. (pg. 26) Lynden Music Festival: Ruvara Marimba, Lynden Pioneer Museum, noon-1pm, $5, 360-510-0654, davis.gaye@gmail.com. (40) Audubon at the Museum, Whatcom Museum Syre Education Center, 1-3pm. (pg. 26) Film and Food Series: “Mostly Martha,” Lincoln Theatre, 1pm, $10 film only / $40 film and cooking class (please buy tickets at Gretchens), 360-336-8955, www.lincolntheatre.org. (pg. 35) Lego® Play (ages 5-10), Launching Success Learning Store, 1-2pm, free. (pg. 26) Silk Painting Workshop for Kids, Jansen Art Center, 1-4pm, $24. (pg. 13) Sock Hop Knitting Workshop (3-day class begins), Jansen Art Center, 1-3pm, $45. (pg. 33)

Bellingham Dulcimer Club (BDC), Bellingham

Unitarian Fellowship, 1:30-3:30pm, free, www.bellingham-dulcimer-club.blogspot.com, 360-255-3410 or sunsetjam@gmail.com. Big Basket Bingo, Blaine Senior Center, 2-4pm, $20, blaineseniorcenter@gmail.com, 360-3328040 or www.blaineseniorcenter.com. (pg. 9) Digital Photography Workshop (2-day class begins), Jansen Art Center, 2-5pm, $75. (pg. 13) Lynden Music Festival: Langley Ukulele Ensemble, Lynden Pioneer Museum, 2-3pm, $5, 360-510-0654, terhimiikkib@yahoo.com or www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. (pg. 40) Author Reads: “Finding Bigfoot: Everything You Need to Know” (Animal Planet) by Martha Brockenbrough (for all ages), Village Books, 4pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Lynden Music Festival: High School Festival Choir Concert, Lynden Christian School, 4-5:30pm, $7 adults / $5 students, 360-510-0654, terhimiikkib@yahoo.com. (40) Rainy Day Ramblers (listen & love), Old World Deli, 6:30-8pm. See Oct. 5. Cabaret 2013, The Leopold Hotel’s Crystal Ballroom, 7-8:45pm, $10, 360-966-4976, got_song08@yahoo.com or www.valleyvoices.weebly.com. (pg. 37) Grand Harp Trios, Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 7-9pm, $20 adults / $5 students, 360-303-4014, patbsn@comcast.net or www.bellinghamchambermusic.org. (pg. 38) Lynden Music Festival: “Night at the Museum” Valse Cafe Orchestra, Lynden Pioneer Museum, 7-11pm, $10, terhimiikkib@yahoo.com or 360-510-0654. (pg. 40)

Multi-Author Reading for “The Bellingham Herald’s” Serial Fantasy “Memories of Light” (Larry Goolsby, Tina Shelton, Andy Brim, Mary Schleinkofer, Amanda June Hagarty and Rob Slater), Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. “Que Será! Celebrating Doris Day,” Mount Baker Theatre, 7pm, $20-$28, tickets at 360-734-6080, www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 38) Northwest Ballet Theater: “Dracula,” Mount Baker Theatre, 7:30pm, $15-$30 + applicable fees, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com , 360-734-6080, www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 4) “The Prisoner of Second Avenue,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 7:30pm. (pg. 5)

SUNDAY 10/13/2013 Women’s Voices NW, SPARK Museum of

Electrical Invention’s KMRE Radio 102.3 FM, 9-10am. (pg. 33)

19th Annual Whatcom Artist Studio Tour, 10am-5pm. (pg. 12)

“Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Bike Ride: Tweed Ride, Maritime Heritage Park, 12:30pm. (pg. 26)

Audubon at the Museum, Whatcom Museum Syre Education Center, 1-3pm. (pg. 26)

Copper Stamped Pendant Workshop, Jansen Art Center, 1-4pm, $40. (pg. 13)

Fight/Flight/Freeze Deactivation Workshop,

Mount Vernon Center for Spiritual Living, 1-5pm, $20 or contribution, 360-441-1195, daimon@settingswork.com or www.settingswork.com. (pg. 30) Hidden History Gems: Tours of the Pickett House, Pickett House, 1-4pm, by donation, daughtersofpioneers@hotmail.com or 360-733-5873. (pg. 31) “Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 2pm, $20. (pg. 5) Lynden Music Festival: Grande Finale with Male Ensemble Northwest, Third Christian Reformed Church (514 Liberty St.), 2-3:15pm, $15 / $25 per couple, terhimiikkib@yahoo.com, 360-510-0654. (pg. 40) Northwest Ballet Theater: “Dracula,” Mount Baker Theatre, 2pm. (pg. 4) Skagit Opera Presents “Rigoletto,” McIntyre Hall, 2pm. (pg. 37) “The Prisoner of Second Avenue,” Bellingham Theatre Guild, 2pm. (pg. 5) VB Reads … Motherhood by the Book: “The Silence of Bonaventure Arrow” by Rita Leganski (author not attending), Village Books, 2pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Author Reads: “The Body’s Physics” by Janee J. Baugher (poetry), Village Books, 4pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Bellwether Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Rane Nogales Jazz Trio, Hotel Bellwether Lighthouse Bar and Grill, 4:30-7:30pm, no cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com.

El Colonel and Doubleshot with Mary De La Fuente (blues), The Conway Muse, 8pm, $7

cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com.

“Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 8pm, $20. (pg. 5)

Lynden Music Festival: Dance Night with

Atlantics, Lynden Pioneer Museum, 8-11:30pm, $8, 360-510-0654, terhimiikkib@yahoo.com or www.lyndenmusicfestival.com. (pg. 40) Tango by the Bay with Tocato Tango (hosted by USA Dance Bellingham), Squalicum Yacht Club, 8-11pm, $10 general / $7 members, 360-734-5676, bhamusadance@aol.com or www.bellinghamusadance.com. The Spencetet (classic jazz quartet), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8-11pm, all ages, no cover, 360-715-3642, info@skylarkshiddencafe.com or www.skylarkshiddencafe.com. Gold Digger (Top 40 dance music), Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com.

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OCTOBER 2013 MONDAY 10/14/2013 Christmas Gift Making Workshop for Kids,

Jansen Art Center, 9:30am-12:30pm, $25. (13)

“Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Northwest Singles Club Weekly Walk, Taylor Dock, 10am-11:30am, 360-393-3982.

Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Genealogy Volunteers, Burlington Public Library, 11am-1pm, free. (pg. 33)

End of Life Choices Advance Care Planning / Advance Directive Workshop, Sumas Senior Activity Center, 12:30-1:30pm. (pg. 30)

Whatcom Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting, Bellingham Elks Lodge, 2-3:30pm, free, 360-332-7562. (pg. 31)

Anime @ Your Library (ages 12-20s), Lecture Room, Bellingham Central Public Library, 5:30-7:30pm, 360-778-7323 (Jennifer), www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

Guest Singers wanted for Harmony Northwest Chorus, Mount Vernon

Community Center, 7-8:30pm, free, www.harmonynorthwest.org. (pg. 38)

TUESDAY 10/15/2013 “Fall for Art” Art Walk, Sedro-Woolley. (pg. 10) Lifelong Learning Course: “Outside the Mainstream: From Astrology to Parapsychology” (4-day class) begins, 10am-noon, $58 members / $73 nonmembers, Bellingham Cruise Terminal. (pg. 34) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Storytime, Launching Success Learning Store, 10:30-11:30am. (pg. 26) Gentle Yoga Class with Joani (5-week course begins), Jazzercise, 10:45-11:45am, $15 / $65 / $85, www.yogawithJoani.com, 360-6566699 or yogawithjoani@yahoo.com. (pg. 30) Holiday Serving Plates Class (1st of 4 classes), Baker Creek Ceramic Studio, 1:30-4pm, $120, 360-393-5458. (pg. 10)

North Cascade Massage Connection Monthly Meeting, Garden Street Methodist Church, 5:45-8:45pm, by donation, www.NCmassageconnection.org. (pg. 31)

AFWA North Cascades Open House,

Bellingham Golf & Country Club, 6-8pm, free, rsvp@northcascadesafwa.org or www.northcascadesafwa.org. (pg. 34) Clay Club begins (1st of 3 classes), Baker Creek Ceramic Studio, 6-9pm, $69, 360-393-5458, bakercreekceramics@gmail.com or www.bakercreekceramics.com. (pg. 14)

VB Writes ... Nonfiction Writing Group,

Village Books Reading Gallery, 6:15-8:15pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Cooking Class: Pie Crust (Gluten-Free and Beyond), Gretchens, 6:30pm, $30. (pg. 35) Doc Talk: Live Life Dry, Skagit Valley Hospital Cascade Room, 6:30-8pm, free, pre-registration required at 360-814-2424 or 360-629-6481, www.skagitvalleyhospital.org. (pg. 31) GED Preparation Help, Lynden Library, 6:30-8:30pm, 360-305-3600 (Tina). (pg. 36)

Museum at the Pickford: “Museum Hours,” Pickford Film Center, 6:30pm, Museum members receive PFC member admission, www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 29)

Cliff Mass on Weather: “The Future of Weather Forecasting,” Bellingham High

School Auditorium, 7pm, adults $12-$15 / students $5, info@boatingcenter.org, 360714-8891 or www.boatingcenter.org. (pg. 9) Square Dance Lessons, Mount Vernon Senior Center, 7-9pm. (pg. 32)

WEDNESDAY 10/16/2013 Ferndale Toddler Time, Ferndale Boys & Girls Club, 10-11:30am. (pg. 26) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28)

Humanities Washington Speaker Series:

Fire and Forests, East of the Cascade Divide (for adults), Bellingham Central Library Lecture Room, noon-1:30pm, free, 360-778-7236 (Suzanne), scarlson-prandini@cob.org. (pg. 34)

Newcomers Club of Whatcom County Monthly Luncheon, Bellingham Golf &

Country Club, noon-3pm, $16 for lunch, information@whatcomnewcomers.org, 360-933-4669, www.whatcomnewcomers.org. (pg. 34)

VB Reads ... Engaged Citizens Book Group:

“Things Fall Apart” by Chinua Achebe (author not attending), Village Books, noon-1:30pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. World Issues Forum: “Economic Adaptation, Identity Preservation: A Lahu Na Sheleh Case,” WWU Fairhaven College Auditorium, noon-1:15pm. (pg. 33) The SPARK Lab, SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, 1:30-3:30pm, $18 for one lab / $15 each for 3 or more, 360-738-3886, anne@sparkmuseum.org or www.sparkmuseum.org. (pg. 27) Mask-Making, Sumas Library, 3:15-4:15pm, free, 360-305-3600. (pg. 26) Meditation Hour, Simply Spirit Reading & Healing Center, 5:30-6:30pm, $5. (pg. 30)

Introduction to the Clay Extruder and Hand Building Class (1st of 5 classes), Baker Creek Ceramic Studio, 6-8:30pm, $160, 360-393-5458. (pg. 10)

Remember, Celebrate, Connect: Our Community United Against Domestic Violence, Mount Baker Theatre Encore Room, 6-7pm, free, www.dvcommission.org. (pg. 34) The World of Self-Publishing, Whatcom Community College, 6-8:30pm, $49, 360-383-3200, lswan@whatcom.ctc.edu or www.whatcomcommunityed.com. (pg. 36)

Entertainment News Northwest ~ October 2013

Cooking Class: Mediterranean Fall Recipes, Gretchens, 6:30pm, $40. (pg. 35)

Author Reads: “Daughters of Fire” by Tom Peek (fiction), Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Bellingham Ukulele Group (BUG) Song Circle, Roeder Home, 7-9pm, $5, 360-733-6867, bhamuke@gmail.com or www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com. (pg. 38) Book Discussion: “Color of Lies,” Anacortes Public Library, 7pm, free, www.sedropublishing.com. (pg. 7)

THURSDAY 10/17/2013 Lynden Craft & Antique Show, Northwest

Washington Fairgrounds, 10am-8pm, $5 / $4 seniors (60+) / 12 and under free, www.lyndencraftantiqueshow.com. (pg. 33) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Computer Tutoring (adults), Blaine Library, 2-4pm, register at 360-305-3600.

Tarpana: Vedic Ancestral Offering Event,

Ayurvedic Health Center and Wellness Shop, 3-4pm, $5 donation encouraged, 360-7342396, info@AyurvedicHealthCenter.com or www.AyurvedicHealthCenter.com. (pg. 31) Greg Aanes Furniture exhibit (booth 813) at the Vancouver Home + Design Show, B.C. Place Stadium, 4-9pm, www.gregaanesfurniture.com or www.vancouverhomeanddesignshow.com. Live Music in The Piano Lounge: Paul Klein, Jansen Art Center, 5:30-7:30pm. (pg. 36)

VB Writes ... Poetry Writing Group,

Village Books Reading Gallery, 5:30-7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Third Thursday Local Music Series: The Great Big Taters, Community Food Co-op Deli, 6-8pm, free, 360-734-8158, www.communityfood.coop. (pg. 38)

Improv Workshop by Improv Playworks,

BAAY Theatre, 7-9pm, free, 360-756-0756, www.improvplayworks.com. (pg. 5) Travelogue Series: “Following a Dream: A 43,000 Mile Expedition of the Americas,” Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 7-9pm, $3 suggested donation / Museum members free, www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 7) Western Reads Panel Discussion: “Early Warming: Crisis and Response in the ClimateChanged North” by Nancy Lord (author not attending), Village Books, 7-8:30pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Cheryl Hodge (jazz), The Conway Muse, 7:30pm, $5 cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com. “Equus,” WWU PAC Mainstage Theater, 7:30-9:30pm, $8-$12, cfpa.publicity@wwu.edu or 360-650-6146 or www.wwu.edu. (pg. 5) “Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm. (pg. 5) Spiritual Training, Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 7:30-8:45pm, free, csrrbell@yahoo.com , www.christiansciencebellingham.com or 360-733-6070. (pg. 34) Jazz Open Mic (solo guitar and vocals), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8-11pm, all ages, no cover, 360-715-3642, info@skylarkshiddencafe.com or www.skylarkshiddencafe.com.

FRIDAY 10/18/2013 Lynden Craft & Antique Show, Northwest

Washington Fairgrounds, 10am-8pm, $5 / $4 seniors (60+) / 12 and under free, www.lyndencraftantiqueshow.com. (pg. 33)

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OCTOBER 2013 Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Gentle Yoga Class with Joani (5-week course

begins), Jazzercise, 10:45-11:45am, $15 / $65 / $85, www.yogawithJoani.com, 360-6566699 or yogawithjoani@yahoo.com. (pg. 30) Greg Aanes Furniture exhibit (booth 813) at the Vancouver Home + Design Show, B.C. Place Stadium, noon-9pm, www.gregaanesfurniture.com or www.vancouverhomeanddesignshow.com.

End of Life Choices Advance Care Planning / Advance Directive Workshop, Deming Public Library, 1-2:30pm. (pg. 30)

Robotics at SPARK (4-week workshop begins), SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, 3:30-5pm, $60. (pg. 26)

Girl’s Night Out at Lynden Craft & Antique Show, Northwest Washington Fairgrounds,

4-8pm, $4, www.lyndencraftantiqueshow.com. (pg. 33) Toshokan! Cosplay @ Your Library (ages 12-20s), Lecture Room, Bellingham Central Public Library, 4-6pm, 360-778-7323 (Jennifer), www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org.

SATURDAY 10/19/2013 Pancake Breakfast, Blaine Senior Center,

8-11am, $6 adults / $4 children, 360-332-8040, blaineseniorcenter@gmail.com or www.blaineseniorcenter.com. (pg. 27) Pancake Breakfast, Ferndale Senior Activity Center, 8-11am, $6 adults / $3 kids, 360-3846244 or www.ferndaleseniorcenter.org. (pg. 9)

Bellingham School Board Candidates and Ballot Issue Forum, Bellingham City Council

Chambers, 9:30am-noon, free, 360-734-2366, 2ndVP@lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org or www.lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org. (pg. 34)

My Ears Went to the Dogs (The Herding Dog Who Became a Hearing Dog), Christ the

Servant Lutheran Church, 9:30-11:30am, free, 360-738-3756, www.hearingloss-whatcom.org. (pg. 31)

Annual Friends Cookie Sale, Sumas Library, 10am until sold, 360-305-3600. (pg. 9)

Bellingham Farmers Market, Depot Market

Square, 10am-3pm, free, 360-647-2060, www.bellinghamfarmers.org. Free Adult Acting Class, Anacortes Community Theatre, 10am-noon, free, 360-840-0089, nellobot@aol.com or www.acttheatre.com. (pg. 5) Greg Aanes Furniture exhibit (booth 813) at the Vancouver Home + Design Show, B.C. Place Stadium, 10am-9pm, www.gregaanesfurniture.com or www.vancouverhomeanddesignshow.com.

Hand Painting Knitted Lace with Dye Workshop (2-day class begins), Jansen Art Center, 10am-4pm, $100. (pg. 13)

Images & Sound: Poems That Lift the Reader – A Poetry Workshop, Jansen Art Center, 10am-3pm, $50. (pg. 7)

Fitness & Health Presentation: ““Overcoming Fear and Igniting Motivation: Start a Healthier Diet Today” by Maria Dalzot (co-sponsored by the Lake Padden Trail Half-Marathon), Village Books, 5:30-6:30pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Family Story Night (ages 6 to adult) with the Bellingham Storytellers Guild, Fairhaven Library Fireplace Room, 6-8pm, free, 360-778-7188, bhamstoryguild@comcast.net. Friday Night Writes Club for Teens, Village Books, 6-7pm, free. (pg. 26) Bingo in the Barn, Sudden Valley Dance Barn, 6:15-9pm, 360-306-1800 (Mary). (pg. 9) Author Reads: “The Age of Ice” by J.M. Sidorova (fiction), Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Haunted Depot 2013, Anacortes Depot Arts Center, 7-10pm, $5, act@acttheatre.com. (27)

Presentation: Saxon Stories: Homesteading with the Arntson and Nesset Families,

Deming Library, 7-8:30pm, free, 360-305-3600 (Katrina). (pg. 31) “Dracula,” Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 7:30pm, $15, 360-961-8833, freekeyproductions@comcast.net or www.freekeyproductions.com. (pg. 4) “Equus,” WWU PAC Mainstage Theater, 7:30pm, $8-$12, 360-650-6146. (pg. 5) Skagit Opera Presents “Rigoletto,” McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm. (pg. 37) Baby Gramps & Petunia and the Vipers (totally original styles and unique genres), The Conway Muse, 8pm, $15 cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com. Blue Sky Riders (Kenny Loggins, Georgia Middleman, Gary Burr), Skagit Valley Casino Resort, 8pm, $45-$55, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com. (pg. 38) “Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 8pm, $20. (pg. 5) Royal Crown Revue (Zoot Suits and American Roots), Mount Baker Theatre, 8pm, $30-45 + applicable fees, www.mountbakertheatre.com or 360-734-6080. Telefon (casual jazz trio), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8-11pm, no cover, 360-715-3642, www.skylarkshiddencafe.com. Music & Dancing with DJ RoyBoy, Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com. NEW: Submit your event info online at www.ennw.info/submit-an-event/. Thank you!

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OCTOBER 2013 Lynden Craft & Antique Show, Northwest

Washington Fairgrounds, 10am-5pm, $5 / $4 seniors (60+) / 12 and under free, www.lyndencraftantiqueshow.com. (pg. 33)

Northwest Singles Club Weekly Coffee Hour,

Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 10-11:30am. Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Mask-Making, Lynden Library, 10:30-11:30am, free, 360-305-3600. (pg. 26) 2013 Stieff Event, Bears ‘n Friends, 11am-4pm, free, 360-466-3528. (pg. 33) Hand Drumming Workshop (ages 10 and up), Jansen Art Center, 11am-1pm, $25. (pg. 37) Ring in a Day Workshop, Jansen Art Center, 11am-5pm, $85. (pg. 13) Monthly Fly Day, Heritage Flight Museum, $5, noon-4pm, 360-733-4422, http://www.heritageflight.org/content/visit/fly-days/. (pg. 31) Movie Showing & Discussion: Writers in the Limelight featuring on-screen author talk & interview with David Remnick (“The Bridge: The Life and Rise of Barack Obama”) (author not attending), Pickford Film Center’s Limelight Cinema, noon, $5, tickets available through the Pickford or Village Books, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Artist Reception, La Conner Quilt and Textile Museum, 1-3pm, $7 (includes all exhibits), 360-466-4288, www.laconnerquilts.com. (14) Audubon at the Museum, Whatcom Museum Syre Education Center, 1-3pm. (pg. 26)

One-Day Raku Workshop, Jansen Art Center, 1-3:30pm, $20. (pg. 13)

Scenic Wonders of Whatcom: Chuckanut Drive

(for adults), Bellingham Central Library Lecture Room, 1:30-2:30pm, free, 360-778-7236 (Suzanne), www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org. (pg. 35) Halloween Spooktacular, Gabriel’s Art Kids, 2:30pm, $5-$10 per family, 360-393-0107, info@gabrielsartkids.com or www.gabrielsartkids.com. (pg. 27) Cooking Class: Canning and Cocktails (Fermented Foods), Gretchens, 3-6pm, $30. (pg. 35) Lego® Creator’s Club, Ferndale Library, 3-5pm, 360-305-3600 (Dianne). (pg. 27) Author Reads: “Mother of Rain” by Karen Spears Zacharias (fiction), Village Books, 4pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Murder Mystery Dinner Theater (presented by Friends of the Everson Library), Glen Echo Community Building, 4pm or 7:30pm, $10 tickets available at Everson’s Valley Pharmacy, 360-305-3600. (pg. 9) Our Name in Lights Gala Auction, McIntyre Hall, 5:30pm, $100 (reservations required), 360-416-7727, www.mcintyrehall.org. (pg. 6) Acorn + Crow (originals, oldtime & bluegrass), Old World Deli, 6:30-8pm. See Oct. 5. Live Music in the Firehall Cafe: Michael Gonzalez, Jansen Art Center, 6:30-8pm, no cover, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.JansenArtCenter.org. (pg. 38) Harvest Ball (rumba dancing), Fairhaven Library, 7-10pm, $10 general / $7 members & students, 360-734-5676, bhamusadance@aol.com or www.bellinghamusadance.com. (pg. 32) Haunted Depot 2013, Anacortes Depot Arts Center, 7-10pm, $5. (pg. 27) “Dracula,” Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 7:30pm, $15, 360-961-8833. (pg. 4) “Equus,” WWU PAC Mainstage Theater, 7:30pm, $8-$12, 360-650-6146. (pg. 5) Blue Sky Riders (Kenny Loggins, Georgia Middleman, Gary Burr), Skagit Valley Casino Resort, 8pm, $45-$55, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com. (pg. 38) “Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 8pm, $20. (pg. 5) Nuages (Django-inspired instrumental jazz trio), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8-11pm, all ages, no cover, info@skylarkshiddencafe.com, 360-7153642 or www.skylarkshiddencafe.com. Rivertalk (original, world beat, reggae, rock, popular dance music), The Conway Muse, 8pm, $10 cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com.

The Dogtones (classic rock, R&B), Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com.

SUNDAY 10/20/2013 Women’s Voices NW, SPARK Museum of

Electrical Invention’s KMRE Radio 102.3 FM, 9-10am. (pg. 33) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28)

NW Mushroomers Association Annual Wild Mushroom Show, Bloedel Donovan

Community Bldg., noon-5pm, $5 adults, $3 students & seniors, kids 12 & under and NMA members free, www.northwestmushroomers.org. (pg. 27) Greg Aanes Furniture exhibit (booth 813) at the Vancouver Home + Design Show, B.C. Place Stadium, 10am-6pm, www.gregaanesfurniture.com or www.vancouverhomeanddesignshow.com. Audubon at the Museum, Whatcom Museum Syre Education Center, 1-3pm. (pg. 26) “Dracula,” Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 2pm, $15, 360-961-8833. (pg. 4) “Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 2pm, $20. (pg. 5) Skagit Opera Presents “Rigoletto,” McIntyre Hall, 2pm. (pg. 37)

Welcome Baby: A Community Baby Shower, Everson Library, 2-4pm, 360-305-3600. (27)

WWU Faculty Recital, Concert Hall, 3-5pm,

free, 360-676-9521, lisa.mccarthy@wwu.edu. (pg. 38) Youth Concert Series: “Sunday @ 3,” Jansen Art Center, 3pm, free, info@jansenartcenter.org , 360-354-3600 or www.jansenartcenter.org. (pg. 38) Bellwether Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Sonja Lee Band, Hotel Bellwether Lighthouse Bar and Grill, 4:30-7:30pm, no cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com. “Equus,” WWU PAC Mainstage Theater, 7:30pm, $8-$12, 360-650-6146. (pg. 5) Great Big Sea: 20th Anniversary Tour, Mount Baker Theatre, 7:30-9:30pm, $29.50-$35.50 plus applicable fees, 360-734-6080, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com or www.mountbakertheatre.com. (pg. 38)

MONDAY 10/21/2013 Northwest Singles Club Weekly Walk, Taylor Dock, 10am-11:30am, 360-393-3982.

Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Genealogy Volunteers, Burlington Public Library, 11am-1pm, free. (pg. 33)

VB Reads … Environmental Conservation Book Group: “Collapse: How Societies Choose to Fail or Succeed” by Jared Diamond (author not attending), Village Books, 5-6pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Teen Game Night (ages 12-18), Lecture Room, Bellingham Central Public Library, 6-7:30pm, 360-778-7323 (Jennifer). Cooking Class: Chef Peter’s Fall Harvest, Gretchens, 6:30pm, $40. (pg. 35) Author Reads: “Boundaries In An OverConnected World: Setting Limits to Preserve Your Focus, Privacy, Relationships and Sanity” by Anne Katherine, Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

Mt. Baker Rock & Gem Club Monthly Meeting, Bloedel-Donovan Community Center Building, 7pm, free, 360-961-7873, lorinhardy@yahoo.com or www.mtbakerrockclub.org.

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OCTOBER 2013 Sara Grey and Kieron Means in Concert,

Roeder Home, 7:30-10pm, $7-$15 donation at the door, 360-733-0662, rscholtz@aol.com or www.saragrey.net. (pg. 38)

TUESDAY 10/22/2013 Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Storytime, Launching Success Learning Store, 10:30-11:30am. (pg. 26)

End of Life Choices Advance Care Planning / Advance Directive Workshop, St. Luke’s

Community Health Center, 6-7:30pm. (pg. 30)

Hand Readings Circle with Roberta Coker,

Simply Spirit Reading & Healing Center, 6-9pm, $35 in advance, 360-647-7134, admin@simplyspiritcenter.com or www.simplyspiritcenter.com. (pg. 30)

VB Writes ... Spec Fiction / Sci Fi Writing Group, Village Books Mezzanine, 6-8pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

Bellingham Reads: Planning Session, Bellingham Central Library Dodson Room, 6:30-7:30pm, free, 360-778-7323 (Suzanne), scarlson-prandini@cob.org. (pg. 8)

Bellingham Threshold Singers Choir Rehearsal, Jerns Funeral Chapel, 6:30-8:30pm, free, info@bellinghamthresholdsingers.org , www.bellinghamthresholdsingers.org or 360-927-4384. (pg. 34) GED Preparation Help, Lynden Library, 6:30-8:30pm, 360-305-3600 (Tina). (pg. 36) The Chuckanut Radio Hour with special guest Nichole Hardy, Heiner Theater at Whatcom Community College, doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm, $5, 671-2626, www.villagebooks.com or www.brownpapertickets.com. (pg. 8) “Equus,” WWU PAC Mainstage Theater, 7:30pm, $8-$12, 360-650-6146. (pg. 5)

WEDNESDAY 10/23/2013 Ferndale Toddler Time, Ferndale Boys & Girls Club, 10-11:30am. (pg. 26)

Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Bellingham City Club Luncheon, Northwood

Hall, noon-1:30pm, $13 members / $18 non-members in advance; $15 / $20 at door if available, info@bellinghamcityclub.org or www.bellinghamcityclub.org. (pg. 35) World Issues Forum: “Paper Truths and Ersatz Lives: Authenticity and Fakery in an African Transnational Visa Economy,” WWU Fairhaven College Auditorium, noon-1:15pm. (pg. 33) The SPARK Lab, SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, 1:30-3:30pm, $18 / $15. (pg. 27)

THURSDAY 10/24/2013 Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Women’s Health Luncheon: Uncovering Hope

on a Path for the Cure, McIntyre Hall, 11:30am-1:15pm, $15, 360-814-2424, healthquest@skagitvalleyhospital.org or www.skagitvalleyhospital.org. (pg. 31) Computer Tutoring (adults), Blaine Library, 2-4pm, register at 360-305-3600. Mask-Making, North Fork Library, 3:45-4:45pm, free, 360-305-3600. (pg. 26) Mount Eden Vineyards Wine Tasting, Seifert & Jones Wine Merchants, 4-6pm, free, 360-393-3271, ted@sjwinemerchants.com or www.sjwinemerchants.com. (pg. 35)

How to Live Your Life Purpose Now! Workshop with Roberta Coker, Simply Spirit

Reading & Healing Center, 5:30-10pm, $125, 360-647-7134, admin@simplyspiritcenter.com. (pg. 30) Author Talk: Nicola Pearson, Mount Vernon City Library, 6-7pm, free, 360-336-6209, www.mountvernonwa.gov. (pg. 8) VB Writes ... Fiction Writing Group, Village Books Reading Gallery, 6-8pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Writers Group Forming @ the J (first meeting), Jansen Art Center, 6-8pm, $5 per session, 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org. (pg. 8) Candidate Forum: Bellingham City Council and Port of Bellingham, Bellingham Municipal Court, 6:30-8:30pm, free, 360-734-2366, 2ndVP@lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org or www.lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org. (pg. 35) NWAIA Architecture Film: “The Greening of Southie,” Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 7-8:30pm, $3 suggested donation / Museum members free, www.whatcommuseum.org. (29) Tribute Jazz: The Art of the Piano Trio – Julian MacDonough Quartet, Firehouse PAC, 7pm, $15, www.facebook.com/tributejazzseries.

Western Reads Social Justice Panel Discussion: “Early Warming: Crisis and

Response in the Climate-Changed North” by Nancy Lord (author not attending), Village Books, 7-8:30pm, 360-671-2626.

“Equus,” WWU PAC Mainstage Theater,

7:30pm, $8-$12, 360-650-6146. (pg. 5)

“Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 7:30pm, $20. (pg. 5)

Randy Norris & Jeff Nicely (original alternative), The Conway Muse, 7:30pm, $7 cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com. Chad Petersen & Friends (casual jazz with vocals), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8-10pm, free, 360-715-3642 info@skylarkshiddencafe.com or www.skylarkshiddencafe.com.

FRIDAY 10/25/2013 Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Movie Matinee (all ages; call for title), Lecture

Room, Bellingham Central Library, 2-4pm, free, 360-778-7200 (Bethany), bhoglund@cob.org.

Lifelong Learning Course: “Financial Crisis of 2008-2009” (5-day class) begins, Garden Street Methodist Church, 2:30-4:30pm, $72 members / $89 non-members. (pg. 34) Robotics at SPARK (4-week workshop begins), SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, 3:30-5pm, $60. (pg. 26)

Multimedia Presentation: Mt. Baker: The Active Volcano in Our Backyard, Kendall

Elementary School, 6:30-8pm, free, www.wcls.org. (pg. 32) Cooking Class: Learning Luncheon (Pork Wellington), Gretchens, noon-1:30pm, $20. (pg. 35) Author Reads: “Small Feet, Big Land: Adventure, Home, and Family on the Edge of Alaska” by Erin McKittrick, Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Haunted Depot 2013, Anacortes Depot Arts Center, 7-10pm, $5. (pg. 27) Nightmare at the SPARK Museum, SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, 7pm or 9pm, $10 adults / $8 kids 11 and under, 360-7383886 or www.sparkmuseum.org. (pg. 27) Nordic Movie Night: “Le Havre,” Norway Hall, 7pm, free (donations accepted), www.wergelandlodge.com. (pg. 29) “Dracula,” Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 7:30pm, $15, 360-961-8833. (pg. 4)

Whatcom Writers and Publishers October Dinner Meeting, Nicki’s Bella Marina,

5:15-8pm, free admission, www.whatcomwritersandpublishers.org. (pg. 8) Healing Hour, Simply Spirit Reading & Healing Center, 5:30-6:30pm, $5. (pg. 30) Blues Harmonica 2 Workshop (3-day class begins), Jansen Art Center, 6-7pm, $34. (37) Cooking Class: Homemade Yogurt, Gretchens, 6:30pm, $30. (pg. 35) Author Reads: “The Mountain of Light” by Indu Sundaresan (fiction), Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

Burlington’s History Detectives Meet-Up,

Burlington Public Library, 7-9pm, free, 360-757-4757, edieedmundson@comcast.net. (pg. 32) “Equus,” WWU PAC Mainstage Theater, 7:30pm, $8-$12, 360-650-6146. (pg. 5) NEW: Submit your event info online at www.ennw.info/submit-an-event/. Thank you!

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OCTOBER 2013 “Equus,” WWU PAC Mainstage Theater,

7:30pm, $8-$12, 360-650-6146. (pg. 5) Northwest Ballet Theater: “Dracula,” McIntyre Hall, 7:30pm, $15-$30 + applicable fees, 360-416-7727, www.mcintyrehall.org. (pg. 4) “Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 8pm, $20. (pg. 5) The Shrugs, The Conway Muse, 8pm, $7 cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com. The Sonja Lee Band (classic jazz & R&B vocals), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8-11pm, no cover, 360-715-3642, info@skylarkshiddencafe.com. Music & Dancing with DJ Clint, Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com.

SATURDAY 10/26/2013 La Conner 2013 Boneshaker Bicycle Festival,

Boys and Girls Club, 7am, $45 individuals / $90 families / $75 tandem riders, 360-536-4801, www.boneshakerbikefest.com. (pg. 27)

American Legion Saturday Pancake Breakfast, American Legion Post 154 (Ferndale), 8-11am, $6 adults / $3 ages 6-12 / free children under 6, 360-384-7474, dahubbard10@gmail.com. (pg. 29)

The Reel Competition: Scottish Highland Dancing, WCC Syre Center, 9am-5pm, $6

adults / $3 children, 360-715-8682, clanheather@nas.com, www.clanheather.com. (pg. 32) Cooking Class: Brunch Club (Chicken & Waffles), Gretchens, 9:30-10:30am, $20. (35)

Create Your Personal Story on Canvas Workshop (2-day class begins), Jansen Art Center, 9:30am-4:30pm, $200. (pg. 13)

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Bellingham Farmers Market featuring Kids’ Vending Day, Depot Market Square, 10am-3pm, free, 360-647-2060, www.bellinghamfarmers.org. Deming Book Club (“Tandia” by Bryce Courtney), Deming Library, 10am-noon, 360-305-3600. (pg. 8)

Northwest Singles Club Weekly Coffee Hour, Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 10-11:30am.

Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) 2-Day Beginning Jewelry Workshop (class

begins), Jansen Art Center, 11am-5pm, $130. (pg. 13) 2nd Annual Pumpkins For Pajamas, Fred Meyer (Lakeway, Bellingham), 11am-3pm, free, bellinghamharborviewlions@gmail.com or 360-303-7478. (pg. 9) Haunted Depot 2013 (Kids’ Theme Haunt; ages 4-10), Anacortes Depot Arts Center, 11am2pm, $5. (pg. 27) Presentation: Ready to Read! by Diane Monson, Deming Library, 11am-noon, 360-305-3600 (Katrina). (pg. 36) BRD Open Rehearsal, Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 11:30am-1:30pm, free, bellinghamrepertorydance@gmail.com or www.bhamrep.org. (pg. 32) Fiber Arts at the Museum, Whatcom Museum Lightcatcher, noon-4pm, regular admission rates / Museum members free, www.whatcommuseum.org. (pg. 14) Audubon at the Museum, Whatcom Museum Syre Education Center, 1-3pm. (pg. 26)

Artpocalypse: Exhibit Closing Reception,

Fourth Corner Frames & Gallery, 6-8pm, free, 360-734-1340, Framr4u@aol.com. (pg. 11) Skagit Symphony Gala Concert, McIntyre Hall, 6-6:30pm (pre-concert reception), 6:45pm (pre-concert lecture), 7:30pm (concert), $20-$40 with discounts for seniors & students, 360-416-7727, info@skagitsymphony.com or www.skagitsymphony.com. (pg. 38) Prozac Mountain Boys (foot-stomping fun), Old World Deli, 6:30-8pm. See Oct. 5. Author Reads: “Skyship Academy: Strikeforce” by Nick James (for teens), Village Books, 7pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Haunted Depot 2013, Anacortes Depot Arts Center, 7-10pm, $5. (pg. 27) Nightmare at the SPARK Museum, SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, 7pm or 9pm. (pg. 27) Swing Connection Quarterly Dance, Leopold Retirement Center, 7-9pm, free (donations appreciated), www.swingconnection.org. (pg. 32) “Dracula,” Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 7:30pm, $15, 360-961-8833. (pg. 4) Tayla Lynn (country music), Byrnes Performing Arts Center, 7:30pm, $15 adults / kids under 12 free, www.arlingtonartscouncil.net or 360-403-3448. (pg. 39) David Rogers (classical crossover guitar), The Conway Muse, 8pm, $10 cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com. Halloween Ball with Platinum Spandex, Skagit Valley Casino Resort, 8pm-midnight, $20, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com. (pg. 39) “Little Shop of Horrors,” Anacortes Community Theatre, 8pm, $20. (pg. 5) “The Joy Luck Club” (book club classic off the page and on the stage), Mount Baker Theatre, 8pm, $20-$42 + applicable fees, 360-7346080, www.mountbakertheatre.com.

Entertainment News Northwest ~ October 2013

The Julianne Thoma Quartet (classic jazz

vocals), Skylark’s in Fairhaven, 8-11pm, no cover, all ages, 360-715-3642, info@skylarkshiddencafe.com or www.skylarkshiddencafe.com. Idol Eyez (high-energy dance), Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 9pm-1am, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com.

SUNDAY 10/27/2013 Women’s Voices NW, SPARK Museum of

Electrical Invention’s KMRE Radio 102.3 FM, 9-10am. (pg. 33) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Intro to Film Photography Workshop, Jansen Art Center, 11am-5pm, $60. (pg. 13) Audubon at the Museum, Whatcom Museum Syre Education Center, 1-3pm. (pg. 26)

Fight/Flight/Freeze Deactivation Workshop,

Bellingham Center for Spiritual Living, 1-5pm, $20 or contribution. (pg. 30) “Dracula,” Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 2pm, $15, 360-961-8833. (pg. 4) Presentation: “Family Fiction: Storytelling and Teen Communication” by Laura Kelly Robb (for families), Village Books, 4pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Bellwether Sunday Jazz on the Bay: Alicia Dauber Quartet, Hotel Bellwether Lighthouse Bar and Grill, 4:30-7:30pm, no cover, 360-392-3100, ranenogales@msn.com. Wine Dinner: Explore Italy – Celebrate the Piedmont, Giuseppe’s Al Porto, 6-9pm, $80 + tax & gratuity, www.giuseppesitalian.com or 360-714-8412. Evening of Poetry and Music, Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 7-8:30pm, $10 suggested donation, 360-752-1904. (pg. 9) Jami Sieber in Concert, Mount Baker Theatre Encore Room, 7-9pm, $15 concert only / $24 concert + pre-show reception with artist, 360-734-6080, jami@jamisieber.com or www.jamisieber.com. (pg. 39)

MONDAY 10/28/2013 Northwest Singles Club Weekly Walk, Taylor Dock, 10am-11:30am, 360-393-3982.

Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Genealogy Volunteers, Burlington Public Library, 11am-1pm, free. (pg. 33)

Presentation: “Alchemy of the Womb: How to

Transform ‘That Time of the Month’ into ‘I LOVE My Cycles’ in the Next 6 Months” by Jeanell Innerarity, Village Books, 5:30-6:30pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Ferndale Friends Book Club (“The Boys In the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Olympics” by Daniel James Brown), Ferndale Library, 7-9pm, 360-305-3600 (Jeannie). (pg. 8)

TUESDAY 10/29/2013 Beginning Basket Workshop, Jansen Art Center, 9:30am-12:30pm, $25. (pg. 13)

Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Storytime, Launching Success Learning Store, 10:30-11:30am. (pg. 26)

Afraid of the Dark Series (lecture) with Dr.

Bruce M. Hood, Pickford Film Center, 5:30pm, $5 adults / $2.50 students, www.pickfordfilmcenter.org. (pg. 3) Cooking Class: Croatian Classics, Gretchens, 6:30-8:30pm, $40. (pg. 35)

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OCTOBER 2013 GED Preparation Help, Lynden Library,

6:30-8:30pm, 360-305-3600 (Tina). (pg. 36) Author Reads: “Selected Poems: Alaska and Northwest” by Richard Harris (poetry), Village Books, 7pm, www.villagebooks.com. Nightmare at the SPARK Museum, SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, 7pm or 9pm.

WEDNESDAY 10/30/2013 Ferndale Toddler Time, Ferndale Boys & Girls

Club, 10-11:30am. (pg. 26) Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) World Issues Forum: “A History of Partition: the Gordian Knot of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict,” WWU Fairhaven College Auditorium, noon-1:15pm. (pg. 33) The SPARK Lab, SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, 1:30-3:30pm, $18 / $15. (pg. 27) Mini-Workshop: “Thinner Next Year: Your Action Plan” Presentation by Robin Robertson, Village Books, 5:30-6:30pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com. Psychic Reading Hour, Simply Spirit Reading & Healing Center, 5:30-6:30pm, $5. (pg. 30) Megan Hicks (storyteller), The Conway Muse, 6pm, cover TBA, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com. Cooking Class: Dia de los Muertos Recipes, Gretchens, 6:30-8:30pm, $40 (pg. 35) Halloween Pajama Storytime, Blaine Library, 6:30-7pm, free, 360-305-3600 (Cindy). (pg. 29)

Open Mic Karaoke, Skagit Valley Casino Resort Winners Lounge, 8pm-midnight, no cover, 877-275-2448, www.theskagit.com.

FRIDAY 11/1/2013 Harvest Arts and Crafts Festival, Bellingham

Activity Center, 9am-5pm, free admission, 360-733-4030, epierson@wccoa.org or www.wccoa.org. (pg. 33) Allied Arts Juried Artist Series: “Nature Walk” Opening Reception, Allied Arts of Whatcom County, 6-9pm, free, 360-676-8548, katy@alliedarts.org, www.alliedarts.org. (pg. 11) Downtown Bellingham Art Walk, 6-10pm, free, lindsey@downtownbellingham.com, www.downtownbham.wordpress.com or 360-527-8710. (pg. 12)

Friday Night Writes Club for Teens, Village Books, 6-7pm, free. (pg. 26)

November Gallery Walk, Old Town Anacortes,

6-9pm, free, 360-293-6938, www.anacortesart.com. (pg. 12) A Masquerade Eve, YWCA Ballroom, 6:30-9pm, by donation, info@rootedemerging.org , 360-510-3205 or www.rootedemerging.org. (pg. 9)

Dark Stories, Acts, Music & Halloween Costume Party, The Conway Muse, 7:30pm, $14 cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com.

Northwest Ballet Theater: “Dracula,” Orcas Center (East Sound) 7:30pm, $15-$30 + applicable fees, 360-376-2281, www.orcascenter.org. (pg. 4)

End of Life Choices Advance Care Planning / Advance Directive Workshop, WECU

Community Education Center, 7-8:30pm. (pg. 30) Nightmare at the SPARK Museum, SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, 7pm or 9pm. (pg. 27) Blues Guitar 2 Workshop (4-day class begins), Jansen Art Center, 7:30-8:30pm, $45. (pg. 37) New Directions Veterans Choir (voices with heart, soul, & stories y ou’ll never forget), Mount Baker Theatre, 8pm, $20-$39 + applicable fees, 360-734-6080, www.mountbakertheatre.com.

THURSDAY 10/31/2013 Doctober, Pickford Film Center. (pg. 28) Computer Tutoring (adults), Blaine Library, 2-4pm, register at 360-305-3600.

Fairhaven Trick or Treat, Historic Fairhaven, 3-6pm, free, fairhaven.com. (pg. 29)

Halloween Parade and Trick-or-Treat in La Conner, Downtown La Conner, 3:30pm, free, 360-466-4778, www.laconnerchamber.com. (pg. 29)

Halloween Stories with the Bellingham Storytellers Guild, Village Books, 4-6pm, 360-671-2626, www.villagebooks.com.

Live Music in The Piano Lounge: Andy “Badd

Dog” Koch, Jansen Art Center, 5:30-7:30pm. (pg. 36) Extremely Scary Stories (for adults and the brave at heart) with the Bellingham Storytellers Guild, Fairhaven Library Fireplace Room, 7-8:30pm, free, 360-778-7188, bhamstoryguild@comcast.net. Nightmare at the SPARK Museum, SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention, 7pm or 9pm.

Dark Stories, Acts, Music & Halloween Costume Party, The Conway Muse, 7:30pm, $14 cover, 360-445-3000, www.conwaymuse.com.

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Storytime – Come join us for storytime

every Tuesday morning in October (1, 8, 15, 22 & 29) from 10:30-11:30am. Enjoy a delightful tale followed by a fun craft. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Drop-in; parents/guardians required to stay. Launching Success Learning Store is located at 133 Prince Ave., Bellingham. Free admission. More info: 360-527-2641, info@launchingsuccess.com or www.launchingsuccess.com.

Fall Writing Clubs for Preteens and Teens – Get your writing on with the

InkSpot Writing Clubs for grades 5-8 sponsored by the Bellingham Public Library. Clubs will meet Tuesdays from 4-5pm at the Central branch downtown (210 Central Ave.) and Thursdays, 4-5pm at the Fairhaven branch (1117 12th St.). Register for one or both! Online registration is required. Free admission. Info: www.whatcomyoungwriters/clubs.

Ferndale Toddler Time – This ongoing

drop-in program is held every Wed., 10-11:30am, at the Ferndale Boys & Girls Club, 2015 Cherry Street, Ferndale. Ferndale Toddler Time allows children from birth to age five and their families a weekly parent-toddler session. Children with and without special needs learn to play together and families connect with each other. Active play, crafts and snacks provided. Meet other parents and families; parental supervision is required. Donation

of $3 per child or $5 per family per session is requested to help cover program costs. More info: 360-671-3660 ext. 100, info@wcel.net or www.wcel.net.

Mask-Making – Hear a story and make

a mask for children ages 4-11 years. Blaine Library, 610 3rd St., Wed., Oct. 2, 3:154:15 pm. • Ferndale Library, 2007 Cherry St., Sat., Oct. 5, 2-3pm. • Deming Library, 5044 Mt. Baker Hwy., Sat., Oct. 12, 10:30-11:30am. • Everson Library, 104 Kirsch Dr., Sat., Oct. 12, 10:30-11:30am. • Sumas Library, 451 2nd St., Wed., Oct. 16, 3:15-4:15pm. • Lynden Library, 216 4th St. Sat., Oct. 19, 10:30-11:30am. • North Fork Library, 7506 Kendall Rd., Maple Falls, Thurs., Oct. 24, 3:45-4:45pm. More info: call Whatcom County Library System at 360-305-3600.

Robotics at SPARK – Come to the

SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention for a great introduction to the basics of robotics using Lego® Mindstorms. This workshop meets for 4 weeks; children work in pairs to construct and program one robot. Each week builds on the previous week, and no experience is necessary. Appropriate for ages 8-14. This workshop has a rolling start date any Friday in October (4, 11, 18 or 25) and meets from 3:30-5pm. Pre-registration is required. The SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention is located at 1312 Bay St., Bellingham. Cost is $60 for a 4-week

session. More info and to pre-register: 360-738-3886, anne@sparkmuseum.org or www.sparkmuseum.org.

Friday Night Writes Club for Teens at Village Books – Teens! Get your

writing on with Friday Night Writes, a unique and welcoming free writing club just for you. The club will meet Fridays from 6-7pm at Village Books, 1200 11th St., Bellingham. Online registration is required. No meetings on holiday weekends or Oct. 25. More info: www.whatcomyoungwriters/clubs.

Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms – This free event will be held Sat.

& Sun., Oct. 5 & 6 from 10am-4pm and is a once-a-year opportunity for family farms across Skagit County to open their barn doors just for you! During the festival weekend, you can participate in a very special time to celebrate and share in the bounty of local agriculture, as well as connect with the farmers that provide a variety of locally grown foods and goods. Our farmers look forward to sharing their knowledge and products with you and your family! Enjoy the scenic drive as you visit the farms of your choice. Free admission. More info: 360-421-4729, skagitfarmtour@fidalgo.net or www.farmtour.com.

Audubon at the Museum – Who are

the local cast of birds who make the Pacific Northwest their home? Ask your questions and get the scoop on local fowl from the North Cascade Audubon Society during their visit to the Whatcom Museum Syre Education Center, 201 Prospect St., to see our 500+ bird collection. The Audubon Society will be here Saturdays & Sundays, Oct. 5-27, from 1-3pm. $5 special admission / Museum members free. More info: www.whatcommuseum.org.

Launching Success Learning Store is

offering the following classes in October: Kids Kreate! (ages 5 and up), Sat., Oct. 5, 1-2pm, free. • Keep Your Storytelling from Dragging (grades 3-5), Wed., Oct. 9, 1-2pm, $12, pre-registration required. • Lego® Play (ages 5-10), Sat., Oct. 12, 1-2pm, free, drop-in. Launching Success Learning Store is located at 133 Prince Ave., Bellingham. More info: 360-5272641, info@launchingsuccess.com or www.launchingsuccess.com.

Autumn Rides with everybodyBIKE – Enjoy the tastes, scents, and scenes of autumn with everybodyBIKE easy social rides in October: Sun., Oct. 6, Haxton Trail Ride, 1pm, Slater and Haxton Rds.; Sun., Oct. 13, Tweed Ride, 12:30pm, Maritime Heritage Park. Free admission. More info: 360-671-BIKE, info@everybodyBIKE.com or www.everybodyBIKE.com.

BSAC Harvest Breakfast – Enjoy a

family-style breakfast at the Bellingham Activity Center (315 Halleck St.) on Sat., Oct. 12 from 8-11am. We serve your choice of buttermilk pancakes, biscuits and

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gravy, or oatmeal and yogurt, plus sausage, scrambled eggs, fruit, juice, coffee, and tea. Admission is $6 adults / $3.50 kids / $13 for family of four. More info: 360-733-4030, cbell@wccoa.org or www.wccoa.org.

Peter and the Wolf: Music & Marionettes – The Jansen Art Center will be featuring Welcome Marionettes’ Peter and the Wolf on Sat., Oct. 12 at 10am. This timeless classic will be performed to Sergei Prokofiev’s symphonic masterpiece. The puppets are operated on a traditional marionette stage with special shadow puppet effects. The classic story is brought to life in a beautiful and fun performance for the whole family. Jansen Art Center is located at 321 Front St., Lynden. You may purchase tickets at jansenartcenter.wufoo. com/forms/peter-the-wolf. Admission is $10 adults / $5 children under 12. Info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

The SPARK Lab – Curiosity and

creativity fuel the SPARK Lab where children use the tenets of the Maker philosophy to learn about technology, physics and engineering while creating a variety of projects from electronic games to Steampunk sculptures. Examples and project ideas are presented to springboard ideas. Appropriate for ages 8-14. The Spark Lab will be held three Wednesdays in October (16, 23 & 30) from 1:303:30pm. Cost is $18 for one lab / $15 each for three or more. The SPARK Museum of Electrical Invention is located at 1312 Bay St., Bellingham. More info and to register: 360-738-3886, anne@sparkmuseum.org or www.sparkmuseum.org.

many crafts, including pumpkin painting, trick-or-treat bag decorating, dia de los muertos sand mask making, and so much more! Plus, experience our super-fun, super-creepy Spider Spun House! Admission is $5-$10 per family. More info: 360-393-0107, info@gabrielsartkids.com or www.gabrielsartkids.com.

LEGO® Creator’s Club – If you like

LEGOs® this is the club for you. Meet new people and build new things each month! It’s free, it’s fun and LEGOs® are provided. For grades 3-5. This month’s meeting is Sat., Oct. 19, 3-5pm, at the Ferndale Library, 2007 Cherry St. More info: Dianne Smith at 360-305-3600.

Wild Mushroom Show – Northwest

Mushroomers Association’s Wild Mushroom Show will be held Sun., Oct. 20, noon-5pm, at the Bloedel Donovan Community Building, 2214 Electric Ave., Bellingham. Admission is $5 adults, $3 students & seniors, free for children under 12 & NMA members. More info: www.northwestmushroomers.org.

Welcome Baby: A Community Baby Shower – This free event at the Everson

Library, 104 Kirsch Dr., is for expectant parents and new parents with babies under 3 months old on Sun., Oct. 20, 2-4pm. Receive a baby book, a nursery rhyme book, and valuable tips on how to help your baby develop a lifelong love of learning. Refreshments and door prizes! Learn how local organizations can help you

and your baby. Sponsors include Child Care Aware, Early Head Start, Early Learning and Family Services, Friends of the Everson Library, Opportunity Council, Seamar Community Health Center, WCL Foundation, WIC. Info: 360-305-3600.

Nightmare at the SPARK Museum is

a series of Frankenstein-inspired electrical shows tailored for Halloween week and featuring a variety of jaw-dropping devices, including the MegaZapper, one of the largest Tesla coils in the country. Shocking sounds, spooky fog, sudden bolts of lightning and bizarre electrical antics will make your Halloween memorable. Special guest appearance from Benjamin Franklinstein and more! There will be two shows nightly at 7pm and 9pm on Fri. & Sat., Oct. 25 & 26 and Tues.-Thurs., Oct. 29-31. The SPARK Museum is located at 1312 Bay St., Bellingham. Admission is $10 adults / $8 kids 11 and under. More info: 360-738-3886 or www.sparkmuseum.org.

La Conner 2013 Boneshaker Bicycle Festival – Join us on Sat., Oct. 26 at 7am

for a fun-filled, family-oriented, Halloween-inspired celebration of all things bicycle, and a look into cycling as green and healthy recreation or commuting. Tour fabulous Skagit Valley, enjoying views of the countryside and mountains, as you cycle a choice of loops and mileage. All rides are self-guided, beginning and ending in historic waterside La Conner, at (continued on page 29)

Haunted Depot 2013 – Anacortes’

own 2nd Annual Haunted Depot will be open on Fri. & Sat., Oct. 18 & 19, 25 & 26 at 7:30pm with a special kids’ themed event on Sat., Oct. 26 at 2pm (ages 4-10). Prepare yourself to be scared out of your mind at this haunted house presented by the Anacortes Community Theatre and Anacortes Farmer’s Market. Ages 11 and up. The Anacortes Depot Arts Center is located at 6th St. & T Ave. Admission is $5. More info: 360-293-6829 or act@acttheatre.com.

Blaine Senior Center Pancake Breakfast – Everyone is welcome to

attend the Blaine Senior Center Pancake Breakfast on Sat., Oct. 19, 8-11am, at the Blaine Senior Center, 763 G St. The breakfast features pancakes, biscuits and gravy, waffles or French toast with fruit, scrambled eggs, sausage, orange juice and coffee. Admission is $6 adults / $4 children. More info: 332-332-8040, blaineseniorcenter@gmail.com or www.blaineseniorcenter.com.

Halloween Spooktacular – Come join us for spooky good time on Sat., Oct. 19 at 2:30pm at Gabriel’s Art Kids, 1415 Dupont St., Bellingham. There will be

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Doctober—A Month of Many Docs by Joanna Nesbit October brings fall colors, apple cider, pumpkin patches, and Halloween. It also brings Doctober, Bellingham’s documentary film festival now in its sixth year. For the entire month, the Pickford Film Center will host this popular festival packed with documentary films, Q&A panels, discussions, and exhibits. Bellingham audiences love documentaries – they’re often the Pickford’s biggest hits – and this year’s Doctober promises one of the strongest film line-ups so far. Topics range from human and environmental rights issues to fly fishing, the fine wine market, high-altitude climbing, music, dairy farms, and more. The festival features films that either have not been distributed to theaters or are in distribution for niche audiences, so Doctober is a great opportunity to attend films you wouldn’t otherwise have a chance to see. The festival also hosts pre- and post-film guided discussions and guest speakers so audiences can explore top issues as a community. “We’ve learned the best way to engage patrons is to partner with local organizations who see value in presenting panels or guests to localize some of the bigger issues,” says Pickford Program Director Michael Falter. And if you’re in the mood for lighter subjects, Doctober has those too. Here’s a peek at some of the films and events: Doctober’s Opening Night features Kiss the Water, a film tribute to legend Megan

Boyd, a self-taught Scottish fishing fly-maker hailed as one of the finest fly-tiers in the world. Film director Eric Steel will attend the event, which includes a pre-show reception with a Fly Fishing Exhibit by WWU Libraries and the Confluence Fly Shop, a new fly-fishing shop in town. Prefer wine to fly-fishing? Don’t miss Red Obsession, a film that explores issues of power, wealth, and influence in the fine wine world, with a look at China, the latest player in a market dominated for centuries by Bordeaux. Music lovers will find a number of films for their taste. Feature-length Big Star:

Nothing Can Hurt Me tells the story of the 70s-era Memphis “powerpop” band Big Star and why they never hit mainstream success – but nevertheless are considered a key influence in the rock music canon. A.KA. Doc Pomus profiles Jerome Felder, a legendary songwriter whose name few people know, but whose songs everyone recognizes. Good Ol’ Freda weaves original Beatles’ music into its tale of Freda Kelly, the Beatles’ devoted secretary who worked for the band for 11 years and offers an insider perspective.

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Betting the Farm highlights the plight of several small dairy farmers in Maine. Prior to the film, representatives from four local dairy farms will give out dairy samples. Afterwards, audiences can stick around for a Q&A panel and discussion. The Community Food Co-op, in conjunction with other organizations, presents GMO OMG, a film exploring the systematic corporate takeover and potential loss of seeds. A panel discussion follows this film as well. For outdoor enthusiasts, there’s The Summit, a gripping tale of the deadliest K2 climbing disaster in history. Adventures NW presents Antarctica, a Year on Ice as a prelude to the Whatcom Museum’s Vanishing Ice exhibit coming in November. Director Anthony Powell will be on hand for a pre-show reception. A feature film, Closure, which ran during summer to sold-out audiences, is back for an encore. The film’s subject, Angela, was raised in Bellingham and is a trans-racial adoptee who set out to find her birth mother and family. Director Bryan Tucker, Angela’s husband, and Angela herself will attend the screening. Note that some of the Doctober films screen for one night only, while a few will be in town for a week. For one-night only films, purchasing tickets in advance is recommended. For a complete schedule and tickets, visit www.pickfordfilmcenter.org. Pictured top left — The Summit: The deadliest day on the world’s most dangerous mountain. Middle — Red Obsession: The vintage of the century in the year of the dragon. Bottom — Antarctica, A Year on Ice: A group of Adelie Penguins dive in together to go fishing. Photos courtesy of the Pickford Film Center.

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Screenplay Class – Writing the Movie

Screenplay is a fast-paced course for writers eager to organize, structure, and write the first draft of a feature-length movie screenplay. Meeting every Monday night in October (7, 14, 21 & 28), this four-week course is perfect for storytellers of all creative disciplines. The course will give you the tools to streamline your writing and help you to consider the value of every scene you write. Cost is $109. Whatcom Community College (105 Kelly Hall) is located at 237 W. Kellogg Rd., Bellingham. More info: 360-383-3200 or www.indiefilmgroup.com.

Museum at the Pickford: Museum Hours – Whatcom Museum teams up with

the Pickford Film Center to bring you an evening of Museum love and the film Museum Hours on Tues., Oct. 15, 6:30pm, at the Pickford Film Center, 1318 Bay St. When a Vienna museum guard befriends an enigmatic visitor, the grand Kunsthistorisches Art Museum becomes a mysterious crossroads which sparks explorations of their lives, the city, and the ways artworks reflect and shape the world. Museum members receive PFC member admission. More info: www.whatcommuseum.org.

NWAIA Architecture Film: The Greening of Southie – What happens

when you try to build the city of tomorrow – today? This multiple-award wining film examines bold ideas, new environmentalists, and the future of the way we live. Join us on Thurs., Oct. 24, 7-8:30pm, at Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 121 Prospect St. $3 suggested donation / Museum members free. More info: www.whatcommuseum.org.

Nordic Movie Night: Le Havre – Join us

on Fri., Oct. 25, 7pm at Norway Hall (1419 N. Forest St., Bellingham) for a comedy/drama that’s sweet, sad, and uplifting in equal measure. Finnish director Aki Kaurismaki’s deadpan wit has created a magical film in his stylized yet very humane depiction of illegal immigration. A shoeshiner tries to save an immigrant African child in the French port city of Le Havre. In French with English subtitles. Come early, as seating is limited. Please enter in rear. Free admission (donations accepted). More info: www.wergelandlodge.com.

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Pickford Film Center Announces Resignation of Executive Director The Pickford Film Center has announced that Executive Director Alice Clark will be stepping down from the position she’s held since 2001, effective December 31. Pickford Film Center has become one of Bellingham’s most respected cultural institutions thanks to the tireless work of Clark at the helm of the dedicated staff, volunteers and community supporters. “We are grateful to Alice for making the Pickford what it is today,” said Mary Doherty, president of the Pickford’s Board of Directors. “She’s brought this organization from a small grassroots group looking to share independent film to a community space that provides so much more than great film. She rallied to make each of the film centers a space for artists, activists, families, students of all ages, educators and local businesses to share and enjoy together.” Clark has been intimately involved with the nonprofit organization’s evolution – from opening the original Pickford Cinema (now the Limelight Cinema) on Cornwall Avenue in 1998 to raising the funds required to purchase new digital projection equipment for both the Limelight and Pickford Film Center on Bay Street in 2012. Since Clark began her tenure as Executive Director in 2001, the organization has experienced tremendous growth, including: • Revenue has increased from $230,000 to $1 million; • Membership has grown from 1,000 to 3,500; • Attendance has grown from 14,340 to 85,380 tickets sold annually; and • Expanded from one 80 seat venue to two venues with a total of 277 seats. In addition, during Clark’s tenure, the PFC garnered two Bellingham Mayor’s Arts Awards recognizing the organization’s impact as a cultural institution. A longtime Bellingham resident, Clark earned her bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design and Illustration from Western Washington University. She said after some world travel, she plans to stay in Bellingham and remain an ardent supporter of the Pickford. She will continue organizing various community activities including the Sunnyland Stomp, and recently started selling her homemade Alice’s Pies at the Bellingham Farmers Market. The Pickford’s Board of Directors has formed a hiring committee to guide the search for a new executive director. email editor@ennw.info • See www.ennw.info for “News, Reviews and Updates”

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the Boys and Girls Club, 305 N. 6th St. Entry fees are $45 individuals / $90 families / $75 tandem riders. More info: www.boneshakerbikefest.com or 360-536-4801.

American Legion Saturday Pancake Breakfast – Join us for a pancake

breakfast on Sat., Oct. 26, 8-11am at American Legion Post 154, 5537 2nd Ave., Ferndale, next to the ball fields. Admission is $6 adults / $3 ages 6-12 / free children under 6. More info: 360-384-7474 or dahubbard10@gmail.com.

Halloween Pajama Storytime – A

Halloween-themed, evening program of stories and more with children’s entertainer Dana will be held at the Blaine Library, 610 3rd St., on Wed., Oct. 30, 6:30-7pm. Wear a costume and bring a bedtime buddy. For ages 3-8. More info: 360-305-3600 (Cindy).

Calling all ghosts and goblins – It’s

time to break out your costumes and dust off your goodie bags. Fairhaven Trick or Treat will be on Thurs., Oct. 31, from 3-6pm. Most businesses in the historic district will be open with treats for children in costume. The event is hosted by the Old Fairhaven Association. More info: www.fairhaven.com.

Halloween Parade and Trick-or-Treat in La Conner – Come enjoy our annual

Halloween Parade and Trick-or-Treat fun in downtown La Conner on Thurs., Oct. 31! The parade starts at the north end of First Street at 3:30pm and continues along the length of the street. Afterwards, kids are invited to trick-or-treat at the participating businesses in town. Free admission. More info: 360-466-4778 or www.laconnerchamber.com.

Beginning Yoga at 8 Petals Studio –

Experience yoga in a new way. The seasons are changing, and now is a great time to change your routine! Yoga is the perfect way to invigorate your body, mind and spirit. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced student, these classes make yoga accessible to everyone. Ongoing classes meet Sun/M/W/F, 9:30am and Thurs. at 5:30pm. Cost is $15 drop-in / $20 off your first punch card (10 classes). 8 Petals Yoga Studio is located at 1317 Commercial St., #203, Bellingham. Info: innerlightyoga@comcast.net, 360-3191601 or www.whatcomyoga.com.

October Events at Simply Spirit Reading & Healing Center – Simply

Spirit Reading & Healing Center is offering the following events in October: Meditation Hour, Oct. 2 & 16, 5:306:30pm, $5 drop-in. • Healing Hour, Wed., Oct. 9 & 23, 5:30-6:30pm, $5, drop-in. • Hand Readings Circle with Roberta Coker, Tues., Oct. 22, 6-9pm, $35 in advance. • How to Live Your Life Purpose Now! with Roberta Coker, Thurs., Oct. 24, 5:30-10pm, $125. • Psychic Reading Hour, Wed., Oct. 30, 5:30-6:30pm, $5, drop-in. Simply Spirit Reading and Healing Center is located at 1304 Meador Ave., B-11, Bellingham. More info and to register: admin@simplyspiritcenter.com, 360-6477134 or www.simplyspiritcenter.com.

Community Workshops Offered –

End of Life Choices Advance Care Planning / Advance Directive workshops are sponsored by the Whatcom Alliance for Health Advancement (WAHA) throughout the community. Free workshops (no registration required) will be held: Wed., Oct. 2, 6:30-8pm or Wed., Oct. 9, 1:30-3pm at Spring Creek Retirement & Assisted Living, 223 E. Bakerview Rd.; Mon., Oct. 14, 12:30-1:30pm at Sumas Senior Activity Center, 461 2nd St.; Fri., Oct. 18, 1-2:30pm at the Deming Public Library, 5044 Mt. Baker Hwy.; Tues., Oct. 22, 6-7:30pm at St. Luke’s Community Health Education Center, 3333 Squalicum Parkway; and Wed., Oct. 30, 7-8:30pm at WECU Community Education Center, 511 E. Holly St., Bellingham. More info: 360-788-6526, waha.acp@hinet.org or www.whatcomalliance.org.

Yoga For Cancer Survivors Workshop –

Whether you are a cancer patient, survivor, newly diagnosed, or in treatment, yoga can further your recovery and help you feel whole again. Ferndale Kula Yoga (1920 Main St.) will be holding a Yoga For Cancer Survivors Workshop on Sat., Oct. 5 from noon-1pm. Family and supporters are welcome! Admission is by donation. More info and to pre-register: holly@ferndalekulayoga.com, 360-9272202 or www.ferndalekulayoga.com.

Tai-Chi at the Library – Lupita Pedroza,

a patron of the library, is donating her time and expertise to teach Tai-Chi to anyone interested in learning. The practice includes technique, breathing, relaxation and concentration through slow movements that help increase daily energy and joy. This free drop-in class for adults meets on the first Monday of the month through December, from 4-5pm, at the Deming Library, 5044 Mt. Baker Highway. More info: 360-305-3600 (Katrina).

Medicare Awareness Conference –

Join us at the Bellingham Activity Center on Tues., Oct. 8 from 2-5pm to learn about your Medicare options by talking with a variety of insurance companies and non-profit agencies. There will be presentations about the Affordable Care Act, the annual election period, and Medicare 101. Refreshments and raffle prizes too! The Bellingham Activity Center is located at 315 Halleck St. Free admission. More info: 360-733-4030 or vista@wccoa.org.

Fight/Flight/Freeze Deactivation Workshop – Just about everyone has

their fight/flight/freeze reaction stuck in the “ON” position, and that’s not healthy. It causes stress, interferes with sleep, and wears you out on several levels, even contributing to disease. Certified EFT practitioner Daimon Sweeney combines neuroscience and “tapping” to reduce your fight/flight/freeze activation level. Sweeney will be giving this workshop on the following dates: Sun., Oct. 13, 1-5pm at Mount Vernon Center for Spiritual Living (1508 N. 18th St.); and Sun., Oct. 27, 1-5pm at Bellingham Center for Spiritual Living (2224 Yew St. Rd.). Cost is $20 or contribution. More info: 360-4411195, daimon@settingswork.com or www.settingswork.com.

Gentle Yoga Classes – Join Joani for

gentle yoga classes Tuesdays and Fridays at Jazzercise, 1417 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham. Joani Glasser is a Registered Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance (E-RYT-500) specializing in yoga therapy for the back. Classes are ideal for

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beginners. Cost for the 5-week series is $65 for once a week (5 classes), $85 for twice a week (10 classes), or $15 per class drop-in. New morning 5-week series begins Tues., Oct. 15 or Fri., Oct. 18 at 10:45am. More info: 360-656-6699, YogawithJoani@yahoo.com or www.yogawithJoani.com.

North Cascade Massage Connection Monthly Meeting – The North Cascade Massage Connection (NCMC) monthly meeting will be held on Tues., Oct. 15 from 5:45-8:45pm at Garden Street Methodist Church, 1326 Garden St., Bellingham. Susan Rosen, BS, LMP, and Richard Polishuk, BS, LMP, will present “Orthopedic Massage: Finding Best Ways to Efficiently Solve Client Problems.” NCMC serves and educates LMPs in Whatcom, Skagit, San Juan and Island Counties. Admission is by donation; go to website for donation info. More info: www.NCmassageconnection.org.

Doc Talk: Live Life Dry – Learn about

ways to take control of urinary incontinence in this presentation with Mansel Kevwitch, MD, urologist with Pacific Rim Urology, on Tues., Oct. 15 at 6:30pm in the Skagit Valley Hospital Cascade Room, 1415 E. Kincaid St., Mount Vernon. Call Skagit Regional Health at 360-814-2424 or 360-629-6481 to register. No charge, but pre-registration required. More info: www.skagitvalleyhospital.org.

Tarpana: Vedic Ancestral Offering Event – This beautiful and ancient ritual

has been used for thousands of years to heal your ancestral lineage and, thereby heal yourself, through an offering of milk and black sesame seeds accompanied by specific mantras. Bring approx. 4 ounces of milk and a handful of black sesame seeds to Ayurvedic Health Center and Wellness Shop on Thurs., Oct. 17 at 3pm to participate in the ritual. Ayurvedic Health

Center and Wellness Shop is located at 203 W. Holly St., Suite 201, Bellingham. Admission is $5 donation. More info: info@AyurvedicHealthCenter.com, 360-734-2396 or www.AyurvedicHealthCenter.com.

My Ears Went to the Dogs (The Herding Dog Who Became a Hearing Dog) – The Hearing Loss Association of Whatcom County is holding its monthly meeting on Sat., Oct. 19 from 9:3011:30am at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, 2600 Lakeway Dr., Bellingham. If your life is being impacted by hearing loss, whether your own hearing loss or that of someone else, drop by and see what we have to offer. We work to open the world of communication to people with hearing loss, providing information, education, support, and advocacy. Hearing assistance technology is available, and all our meetings are captioned. Free. More info: 360-738-3756 or www.hearingloss-whatcom.org.

Women’s Health Luncheon: Uncovering Hope on a Path for the Cure – Join us on Thurs., Oct. 24 at

”Have a Seat: A History of Chairs” –

This featured exhibit of selections from the designer furniture collection of Western Washington University continues through Fri., Oct. 25 at the Skagit County Historical Museum, 501 S. 4th St., La Conner. The exhibit can be viewed Tues.-Sun., 11am5pm. Admission is $5 adults / $4 seniors & children 6-12 / under 6 free / $10 families / members free. More info: 360-4663365, museum@co.skagit.wa.us or www.skagitcounty.net/museum.

Whatcom County Historical Society: “Treasures from the Trunk” – Brian

Griffin, author and guest curator of “Treasures From The Trunk: The Story of J.J. Donovan,” tells of the exciting history hunt, ending in Sag Harbor, Long Island. Join him at the Whatcom Museum Old City Hall, 121 Prospect St., Thurs., Oct. 10, at 7:30pm. Come early to see the exhibition. $3 suggested donation / Museum members free. More info: www.whatcommuseum.org.

Hidden History Gems: Tours of the Pickett House – Nestled at the edge of

the Lettered Streets neighborhood and Old Town is the Pickett House, built in 1856 and designated a museum in 1941. It is the oldest wooden house in Washington State still at its original location, built for Captain George E. Pickett while he was stationed in the area to construct Fort Bellingham. Pickett left Whatcom in 1861, going on to become the infamous Confederate General of “Pickett’s Charge” at Gettysburg during the Civil War. Second Sunday (Oct. 13) tours are offered by the Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington from 1-4pm at 910 Bancroft St.,

Bellingham. Admission is by donation. More info: 360-733-5873 or daughtersofpioneers@hotmail.com.

Whatcom Genealogical Society Monthly Meeting – The Whatcom

Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Mon., Oct. 14 at 2pm at the Bellingham Elks Lodge, 710 E. Samish Way. The speaker will be Laura Sparr on Beginners’ Genealogy, Part 1. In November, she will speak again on Part 2. Free admission. More info: 360-332-7562.

Saxon Stories: Homesteading with the Arntson and Nesset Families –

The Saxon area of the South Fork Valley was settled by hard working and community minded pioneers that came to carve out farms in the wilderness. Some stayed just long enough to “prove up” their homestead, while others grew deep roots here. Bring the family for an evening of stories and pictures of the Arntson and Nesset families, presented by Helen Arntson and Russ Pfeiffer-Hoyt, on Fri., Oct. 18, 7-8:30pm, at the Deming Library, 5044 Mt. Baker Highway. Refreshments served. Info: 360-305-3600 (Katrina).

11:30am for a luncheon program about breast cancer, featuring Theodore Kim, MD, medical oncologist and director of The Breast Institute at Skagit Valley Hospital Regional Cancer Care Center and Michal Anne Whiton, MD, radiation oncologist with the Skagit Valley Hospital Regional Cancer Care Center. Topics include new successful therapies in the treatment of advanced breast cancer. McIntyre Hall is located at 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. Admission is $15 and includes lunch. More info: 360-814-2424, healthquest@skagitvalleyhospital.org or www.skagitvalleyhospital.org.

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Northwest Ballet Academy (NBA) Offering Free Trial Class – NBA’s well

established program gives students at every level the opportunity to maximize their technical and artistic skills through a comprehensive and dynamic approach. All classes are taught by a highly trained professional faculty who are comfortable working with dancers of all ages and abilities. Try it! The first one is on us! Classes run through June 21, 2014. Two locations: 1417 Cornwall Ave. in Bellingham and 321 Front St. in Lynden. More info: info@northwestballet.org , 360-714-1246, www.northwestballet.org.

Fall Scottish Highland and Irish Step Dance Classes – Clan Heather Dancers’

Scottish Highland and Irish Step dance classes train students for competition, performance and recreation. Students from pre-school age to adults may participate in the well-known performance team featured at regional events. The school offers a strong competitive Highland dance program, and beginning students will be eligible to participate in upcoming indoor competitions and outdoor Highland Games. Three studio locations: Bellingham, Mount Vernon and Everett. School director Heather Richendrfer has taught locally since 1974. She teaches workshops and judges Highland dancing competitions and championships around the world. Info: 360-715-8682, clanheather@nas.com, www.clanheather.com or www.facebook.com/clanheather.

Square Dance Lessons – Join us on

Tuesdays (Oct. 1, 8 & 15) from 7-9pm at the Mount Vernon Senior Center (1401 Cleveland Ave.) for square dancing lessons. Square dancing is a great, low-impact exercise. Singles, couples, and families welcome. Casual attire. Free admission 1st two lessons, then $4 per lesson. More info: 360-424-4608, rosie@valleyint.com, 360-424-9675 or bevruuth5@msn.com.

Square Dance Lessons with Rainbow Squares – Beginning Square Dance Lessons, sponsored by Rainbow Squares, continue Tues., Oct. 1 & 8 from 7-9pm at the Ten Mile Grange, 6958 Hannegan Rd., Lynden. No experience necessary! Singles, couples, families welcome; casual attire. Admission is free for first 2 lessons, then $5 per lesson. More info: 360-733-4487 or www.sqdance.org.

dancer with the nationally-renowned Trey McIntyre Project, will be working with the dancers on her piece Foreground which will be presented along with other dance works at the fall show during the first two weekends of November. Attendees are welcome to come and go as they please throughout the rehearsal. Free admission. More info: www.bhamrep.org or bellinghamrepertorydance@gmail.com.

Traditional Jazz Music and Dancing –

Swing Connection Quarterly Dance –

Dance to the swinging music of the Dave Holo Band on Sat., Oct. 5, 2-5pm, at the VFW Hall, 625 N. State St. in Bellingham, presented by the Bellingham Traditional Jazz Society. Featuring fine acoustics, large wooden dance floor, snacks and beverages. Admission: $10 members / $6 students / $12 general. More info: 360-734-2973, www.btjs.webs.com.

Fourth Corner Folk Dancers First Saturday Folk Dance Party – Kafana

Republik will perform wonderful and entrancing music from Macedonia, Bosnia, Bulgaria, Serbia and Croatia for our dance party on Sat., Oct. 5, from 7:30-10:30pm, at the Fairhaven Library, 1117 12th Street, Bellingham. All ages welcome, no partner necessary. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes for dancing. $15 requested donation; finger food snacks welcomed. More info: 360-380-0456.

Harvest Ball (rumba dancing) – Come to the Fairhaven Public Library (1117 12th St., Bellingham) to dance the night away on Sat., Oct. 19 from 7-10pm. A rumba lesson will be taught from 7-8pm with the dance from 8-10pm. Singles and beginners welcomed. Refreshments included. Admission is $10 general / $7 members and students. More info: 360-734-5676, bhamusadance@aol.com or www.bellinghamusadance.com. The Reel Competition: Scottish Highland Dancing – Scottish Highland

dancing returns to Whatcom Community College’s Syre Center on Sat., Oct. 26 from 9am-5pm as the Clan Heather Dancers present their annual competition. Dancers and spectators come from across the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia. Competitors ages 4 and up, from beginner to premier level, vie for prizes in traditional dances and choreography. Intricate footwork, beautiful tartan costumes and live bagpipe music showcase the athleticism and grace of Highland dance. Admission is $6 adults / $3 children. WCC Syre Center is located at 237 W. Kellogg Rd., Bellingham. More info: 360-715-8682, clanheather@nas.com, www.clanheather.com or www.facebook.com/clanheather.

BRD Open Rehearsal – All are invited

to get a sneak peak of Bellingham Repertory Dance’s fall show at an open rehearsal on Sat., Oct. 26 from 11:30am1:30pm at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., in Fairhaven. Choreographer Lauren Edson, former

The Swing Connection will play this year’s last quarterly dance on Sat., Oct. 26, from 7-9pm at the Leopold Retirement Center, 1224 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham. Phil Heft will conduct the big band through a new set of swinging Les Brown arrangements, and the band’s vocalist, Julie Pulsipher, will delight everyone with some serious songs about love. The event is free to the public, though donations are requested. More info: www.swingconnection.org.

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Burlington’s History Detectives Meet-Up – The City of Burlington invites

you to bring your old family photographs or unusual “mystery” items from grandma’s kitchen or the old tool shed to the Burlington Public Library (820 E. Washington Ave.) on Wed., Oct. 23 at 7pm. Then everyone present will participate as self-appointed history detectives and help each other identify those unknown people or antique items. Opportunities to digitize your photographs will also be available. The purpose of this event is for Burlington to spark interest in preserving its rich history and share in the community’s knowledge of the past. Free admission. More info: 360-757-4757 or edieedmundson@comcast.net.

Mt. Baker: The Active Volcano in Our Backyard – A free multimedia

presentation addressing the eruptive history of Mt. Baker, the hazards the active volcano presents and current monitoring programs will be presented by Doug McKeever, geology professor at WCC and member of the Board of Directors of the Mount Baker Volcano Research Center on Fri., Oct. 25, 6:30-8pm, at Kendall Elementary School, 7547 Kendall Rd., Maple Falls. U.S. Geological Survey handouts on Mt. Baker hazards and their fundraiser T-shirts will be available. For grades 6-12, adults. Sponsored by the Friends of the North Fork Library as their 2013 Annual Meeting. More info: www.wcls.org.

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World Issues Forum – The Fairhaven

College of Interdisciplinary Studies is hosting the following free lectures on Wednesdays in October, from noon1:15pm in the Fairhaven College Auditorium at Western Washington University, Bellingham: Oct. 2: “Afghanistan, Ecology and the End of War” with Dana Visalli, veteran international journalist, editor, author, and frequent traveler to Afghanistan. • Oct. 9: “No Longer Shackled by Chains but by Our Economic Conditions: The Struggle for Trade, Labor and Racial Justice in Colombia’s Ports” with Jhon Jairo Castro, Afro-Colombian labor leader. • Oct. 16: “Economic Adaptation, Identity Preservation: A Lahu Na Shehleh Case” with Jakatae Jayo, Lahu coffee farmer and filmmaker from Thailand. • Oct. 23: “Paper Truths and Ersatz Lives:

Quilt and Coverlet Exhibit: Pieces of History – A special exhibit of the Museum’s collection of vintage quilts and coverlets will be showing through Oct. 13 at the Skagit County Historical Museum, 504 S. 4th St., La Conner during regular museum hours (Tues.-Sun., 11am-5pm). Admission is $5 adults / $4 seniors & children 6-12 / $10 families. More info: 360-466-3365 or www.skagitcounty.net.

Quilt Walk 2013 features quilts on

display from the Evergreen Quilters Guild, Bellingham, in local La Conner shops through Sun., Oct. 13 (hours vary by shop). A wide range of styles are waiting to be seen: traditional, pieced, appliqué, contemporary, innovative, art, embellished and 3-Dimensional. Free maps are available at the La Conner Quilt & Textile Museum and participating shops. Free admission. More info: 360-466-4288 or www.laconnerquilts.com.

Whatcom Knitting Guild Monthly Meeting – The Whatcom Knitting Guild

monthly meeting will be held Mon., Oct. 7, noon-3pm at the Squalicum Yacht Club on Harbor Loop Drive, Bellingham. Meetings are held on the first Monday of each month. We welcome new members. Bring a brown bag lunch. Free admission. More info: 971-645-6515 or whatcomknitting@gmail.com.

Authenticity and Fakery in an African Transnational Visa Economy.” • Oct. 30: “A History of Partition: the Gordian Knot of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict” with Professor Martin Bunton, University of Victoria. More info: 360-650-2309 or www.wwu.edu/fairhaven/news/worldissuesforum/.

Laughter Leader and experience the health benefits of social, joyful laughter exercises. We will meet the first Sunday of the month at the Downtown Food Co-op Connections Building: Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 1. Free. Info: therapeuticstudio@msn.com, 360-734-4989.

Women’s Voices NW – Women’s

Genealogy Volunteers at the SVGS Library – Genealogist volunteers from the

Voices NW, a program celebrating women in our community, spotlights Jo Dereske, author of the popular Miss Zukas mysteries, and Susan Bradbury of Sound Essence and speaker at the UN Commission on Women. Join us on Sundays at 9am on KMRE 102.3 FM or www.sparkmuseum.org/kmre-radio/ listen-online. Free. More info: 360-2233252 or www.sparkmuseum.org.

Bellingham Laughter Club – Think

Globally, Laugh Locally. Join our Certified

beginning Oct. 12, 10am-noon, $5 per class. Instructor: Cynthia Poppe. • Sock Hop Knitting Workshop, Saturdays, Oct. 12, 19 & 26, 1-3pm, $45. Instructor: Cynthia Poppe. • Jansen Art Center is located at 321 Front St., Lynden. Info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

24th Annual Fall Craft & Antique Show – A Craft and Antique

Extravaganza is coming to the Northwest Washington Fairgrounds in Lynden, Oct. 17-19, presented by WCC Promotions. Bring a friend and enjoy all the fabulous booths featuring unique handcrafted wares, home and garden decor, antiques, collectibles, repurposed and up-cycled vintage treasures. Meet over 100 artisans, who will inspire you with their creativity! Enjoy a Pumpkin Latte, a slice of Apple Pie or lunch in our Café, while listening to the ongoing live entertainment. Hours are 10am-8pm Thurs. & Fri., and 10am-5pm Sat. Girl’s Night Out is Fri., Oct. 18 starting at 4pm with $4 admission and lots of door prizes. General admission is $5 / $4 seniors (60+) / 12 and under free, with return

Skagit Valley Genealogical Society are available on Mondays, from 11am-1pm at the Burlington Public Library in the genealogy section to assist patrons. Volunteers will give you an orientation to the collection materials and share their own research tips, but the fun of researching your family history they will leave for you to enjoy. The Burlington

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privileges and free parking. More info: www.lyndencraftantiqueshow.com or Facebook: Lynden Craft and Antique Show. Email: wccinc@hotmail.com.

2013 Stieff Event – You are invited to

the 2013 Stieff Event and celebration of Bears ‘n Friends 19th Anniversary on Sat., Oct. 19 from 11am-4pm at our location at 509 S. 1st St., La Conner. There will be door prizes and goodie bags, while supplies last. Free admission. More info: 360-466-3528.

Harvest Arts and Crafts Festival at BSAC – Come spend a Fall day at our

annual Harvest Arts and Crafts Festival on Fri. & Sat., Nov. 1 & 2, from 9am-5pm at the Bellingham Activity Center, 315 Halleck St. Community artists and crafts vendors will display their beautiful and unique items. Come for some early holiday shopping, or just come for the food and fun. Enjoy a bowl of soup and a sandwich at the cafe and sit back and listen to a live musical performance. Free admission. More info: 360-733-4030, epierson@wccoa.org or www.wccoa.org.

Autumn Arts Festival – Immaculate

Conception Regional School in Mount Vernon is having its annual PTO fundraiser, the Autumn Arts Festival, on Sat., Oct. 12 from 9am-4pm in the St. Joseph Center at 215 N. 15th St. Free admission. More info: 360-428-3912, l_c_yeo@msn.com or www.icrsweb.org.

Jansen Art Center is offering the

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Library now offers Ancestry.com library edition, Heritage Quest and Genealogy Bank to all patrons free of charge. The library is located at 820 E. Washington Ave. More info: 360-757-6224, genealogy0715@gmail.com or www.rootsweb.ancestry.com.

Bellingham Threshold Singers Choir Rehearsal – We are a women’s choir,

singing at the bedsides of those in need of support through our voices. If this sounds intriguing to you, please join us at rehearsal and check us out. Bring an open mind and a generous heart. Professional voice not required. Rehearsals every 2nd and 4th Tues., 6:30-8:30pm at Jerns Funeral Chapel, 800 E. Sunset Dr., Bellingham. Upcoming rehearsal dates: Oct. 8 & 22. Visitors welcome. Info: info@bellinghamthresholdsingers.org, www.bellinghamthresholdsingers.org or 360-927-4384.

Lifelong Learning Courses with the Academy for Lifelong Learning – The

Academy for Lifelong Learning (ALL) is sponsoring the following classes in October and November: “Hindu Gods & Goddesses,” Wednesdays, Oct. 9, 16 & 23 from 1-3pm at Garden Street Methodist Church, $58 members / $73 nonmembers, register by Oct. 2. • “Outside the Mainstream: From Astrology to Parapsychology,” Tuesdays, Oct. 15, 22, 29 & Nov. 5 from 10am-noon at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal, $58 members / $73 non-members, register by Oct. 8. • “Financial Crisis of 2008-2009,” Fridays, Oct. 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 2:30-4:30pm at Garden Street Methodist Church, $72 members / $89 nonmembers, register by Oct. 18. • “Dreams & Dreaming: Our Nightly Correspondence,” Fridays, Nov. 1, 8, 15 & 22 from 10am-noon at Garden Street Methodist Church, 10am-noon, $58

members / $73 non-members, register by Oct. 25. More info and to register: 360-650-4970, cadll@wwu.edu or www.wwu.edu.

Writers Discussion and Working Group – Upstart Crows Writers

Association (USWA) helps writers perfect their craft and achieve their publishing goals. Our topics vary, and include discussions as well as hands-on workshops in creativity, book promotion, social media, editing skills, and writing craft. We welcome aspiring and experienced writers of all genres. Join us for our monthly meeting on Wed., Oct. 9 from 6-8:30pm at the Bellingham Yacht Club, 2464 South Harbor Loop Dr. Annual dues $25 / first 2 visits free. More info: 970-218-9628, kbrown@ChantiReviews.com or www.UpstartCrowsWritersAssociation.com.

Candidate Forum: Whatcom County Council – Join us for this forum on Thurs., Oct. 10 from 6:30-8:30pm at the Bellingham Municipal Court, 2014 C St. The races covered will be: Kathy Kershner vs. Barry Buchanan; Ken Mann vs. Ben Elenbaas; Carl Weimer vs. Michelle Luke; and Bill Knutzen vs. Rud Browne. There will be questions from the moderator and the audience. The event will be televised by COBTV10 and re-broadcast. Free admission. More info: 360-734-2366, 2ndVP@lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org or www.lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org.

AFWA North Cascades Open House – The North Cascades Chapter of

the Accounting & Financial Women’s Alliance (AFWA) invites you to an open house on Tues., Oct. 15 from 6-8pm at the Bellingham Golf & Country Club to celebrate and learn about our newly rebranded organization. Please join us for appetizers, no-host bar, and a presentation which qualifies for 1 hour of CPE. Open house begins at 6pm; presentation begins at 7pm. Reservations are requested by Thurs., Oct. 10 at rsvp@northcascadesafwa.org. Bellingham Golf & Country Club is located at 3729 Meridian St. Free admission. More info: www.northcascadesafwa.org.

Humanities Washington Speaker Series – Fire and Forests, East of the

Cascade Divide. The Friends of the Bellingham Public Library and Humanities Washington invite the community to an engaging conversation with John Marshall, a Fire Ecology Photographer for the U.S. Forest Service and member of the 2012-2014 Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau. Marshall will lead a conversation about the past philosophies and future policies of forest fire management in Eastern Washington. This series for adults takes place in the Lecture Room at the Bellingham Central Library on Wed., Oct. 16, noon-1:30pm. More info: www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org or Suzanne at 360-778-7236, scarlson-prandini@cob.org.

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Newcomers Club of Whatcom County Monthly Luncheon – The

Newcomers Club of Whatcom County will hold its monthly luncheon on Wed., Oct. 16 from noon-3pm at the Bellingham Golf & Country Club, 3729 Meridian St. The October speaker is Clifford Cook, Bellingham Police Chief. We anticipate an informative presentation that will provide an opportunity to interact with the manager of an important segment of our city government. Cost is $16 for lunch. More info: 360-933-4669, information@whatcomnewcomers.org or www.whatcomnewcomers.org.

Remember, Celebrate, Connect: Our Community United Against Domestic Violence – Join us for this

important event on Wed., Oct. 16 at 6pm in the Mount Baker Theatre Encore Room, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. There will be music by Marsha Kester and a welcome song performed by Charlene Casimir-George from Lummi Victims of Crime. The keynote speech will be by Kathy McNaughton, Clinical Director of Catholic Community Services. There will also be a reading of Haley’s Story by Allegra Ritchie from Windward High School. (Haley Judson is the daughter of Crystal Judson, who was murdered by her husband, former Tacoma Police Chief David Brame, in 2003.) A Healing Labyrinth will be available before and after the event. Refreshments provided. Free admission. Info: www.dvcommission.org.

Spiritual Training – What are you

training for? A marathon, football or a career? How about spiritual training: learning to listen, hear and trust divine intuition in whatever sport or activity you are preparing to undertake. On Thurs., Oct. 17, you can learn how to combat the distractions and mental ambushes that keep us from hearing God’s directions. Josh Niles, a former Army officer and platoon leader in Baghdad, Iraq, will share how spiritual training provides guidance and protection in every aspect of your life. Niles will give his presentation at 7:30pm at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal, 305 Harris Ave., Fairhaven. Free admission. Info: 360-733-6070, csrrbell@yahoo.com or www.christiansciencebellingham.com.

Bellingham School Board Candidates and Ballot Issue Forum – Join us for this forum on Sat., Oct. 19 from 9:30am12:30pm in the Bellingham City Council Chamber, 210 Lottie St. You will hear from Steve Smith and John Blethen, candidates for position of director on the Bellingham School Board. You will also hear pro and con speakers for the Bellingham School Board Bond Measure and will hear all about Statewide Initiative 522 (labeling of genetically engineered foods). Free admission. More info: 360-734-2366, 2ndVP@lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org or www.lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org.

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Scenic Wonders of Whatcom: Chuckanut Drive – Scenic Wonders is a

slide-illustrated program presented by Marilyn Boysen that showcases the spectacular scenery and interesting historical sites along coastal Whatcom and Skagit Counties. This free program for adults takes place in the Lecture Room at the Bellingham Central Library on Sat., Oct. 19, 1:30-2:30pm. More info: www.bellinghampubliclibrary.org or Suzanne at 360-778-7236.

Bellingham City Club Luncheon –

Bellingham City Club presents non-partisan discussion of issues important to the community. On Wed., Oct. 23 from noon-1:30pm, we welcome Vaughn Palmer, long-time provincial affairs political columnist for The Vancouver Sun. Palmer will speak about British Columbian issues that have consequences for Bellingham and Whatcom County. Northwood Hall is located at 3240 Northwest Ave.,

Cooking Classes at Gretchens –

Gretchens Kitchenware Store (509 S. 1st St., Mount Vernon) will hold cooking classes throughout the month of October in our professional demonstration kitchen. Meet other foodies and sharpen your cooking skills at one of our classes: Tues., Oct. 1, Soups On!: Soup from around the Globe, 6:30-8:30pm, $30. • Thurs., Oct. 3, Wine and Food Pairing with Mount Bakery Winery and Taylor Shellfish, 6:30-8:30pm, $45. • Tues., Oct. 8, Hands-On Knife Skills, 6:30-8:30pm, $30. • Thurs., Oct. 10, Splendid Squash, 6-8pm, $19. • Tues., Oct. 15, Pie Crust: Gluten-Free and Beyond, 6:30-8:30pm, $30. • Wed., Oct. 16, Mediterranean Fall Recipes, 6:30-8:30pm, $40. • Sat., Oct. 19, Canning and Cocktails: Fermented Foods, 3-6pm, $30. • Mon., Oct. 21, Chef Peter’s Fall Harvest, 6:30-8:30pm, $40. • Wed., Oct. 23, Homemade Yogurt, 6:30-8:30pm, $30. • Fri., Oct. 25, Learning Luncheon: Pork Wellington, noon-1:30pm, $20. • Sat., Oct. 26, Brunch Club: Chicken & Waffles, 9:30-10:30am, $20. • Tues., Oct. 29, Croatian Classics, 6:30-8:30pm, $40. • Wed., Oct. 30, Dia de los Muertos Recipes, 6:30-8:30pm, $40. More info and to register: 360-3368747 or www.gretchenskitchen.com.

Anacortes Oktoberfest: Bier on the Pier, Oct. 4 & 5 – The cries of prost

once again herald the arrival of Oktoberfest! Feast on four varieties of sausage, pretzels with flavorful sauces, sauerkraut and pork sliders and more at the fourth annual Anacortes Oktoberfest celebration! A two-day extravaganza of bier, food and music! So don your dirndl or lederhosen, bring your thirst for beer, leave room for brats and enjoy the smorgasbord of all the tasty foods located in two festival

Bellingham. Admission is $13 members / $18 non-members in advance; $15 /$ 20 at door if available. More info: info@bellinghamcityclub.org or www.bellinghamcityclub.org.

Candidate Forum: Bellingham City Council and Port of Bellingham –

Come hear from your candidates for city council and port commissioners on Thurs., Oct. 24 from 6:30-8:30pm at the Bellingham Municipal Court, 2014 C St. Bellingham City Council Candidates include Clayton Petree, Pinky Vargas, Bob Burr, and Roxanne Murphy. Port of Bellingham Commissioner Candidates include Renata Kowalczyk, Dan Robbins, Mike McAuley, and Ken Bell. There will be questions from the moderator and the audience. Free admission. More info: 360-734-2366, 2ndVP@lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org or www.lwvbellinghamwhatcom.org.

food tents on the pier. The 2013 Anacortes Oktoberfest will offer visitors the opportunity to enter the event beginning Friday evening from 5-9pm, and return on Saturday noon-6pm to finish the tour they embarked upon the night before. The event will be held at the Old Port Building located at 1st & Commercial, in downtown Anacortes allowing for spectacular views overlooking the Guemes Channel and Mount Baker. Tickets are $20 advance, $25 at the door ($35 two-day pass / $45 door). Designated drivers get in free. Must be 21+. More info: www.anacortes.org.

Film and Food Series: “Mostly Martha” – The Lincoln and Gretchens

continue their monthly Film and Food Series in Mount Vernon on Sat., Oct. 12, 1pm with the film Mostly Martha. Head to Gretchens Kitchenware store afterwards at 3:30pm to eat and learn how to make food from the film! Cost: $10 film only / $40 film and cooking class. Please buy tickets at Gretchens. The Lincoln Theatre is located at 712 S. 1st St.; Gretchens Kitchenware is located at 509 S.1st St. More info: 360-336-8955 or www.lincolntheatre.org.

Mount Eden Vineyards Wine Tasting – Come taste and learn about this

magical estate on top of a mountain in Santa Cruz on Thurs., Oct. 24 from 4-6pm. Mount Eden Vineyards has produced fine Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon since 1981. If these wines had the Napa Valley zip code, they would easily sell for over $100! Seifert & Jones Wine Merchants is located at 19 Prospect St., Bellingham. Free admission. More info: 360-393-3271, ted@sjwinemerchants.com or www.sjwinemerchants.com.

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GED Preparation Help – This class is to help prepare adults for the GED test. Classes will be held Tuesdays, 6:308:30pm, at the Lynden Public Library, 216 4th St. Sponsored by the Whatcom Literacy Council and WCLS. Child care will be provided. Info: 360-305-3600 (Tina).

WDRC Open House in Honor of Conflict Resolution Month – Join us

on Thurs., Oct. 3 from 3:30-6pm for a celebratory and engaging afternoon – a perfect opportunity for those interested in conflict resolution and communication. From 3:30-4pm there will be a conflict resolution mini-training, facilitated by WDRC Exec. Dir. Moonwater. No registration is required, but RSVPs to outreach@whatcomdrc.org are appreciated for the training. From 4-6pm, stop by and enjoy refreshments, take a tour of the WDRC, and learn more about the mediation, training and facilitation services offered to businesses, organizations, and individuals. The Whatcom Dispute Resolution Center is located at 13 Prospect St., #201, Bellingham. Free. More info: 360-676-0122 or www.whatcomdrc.org.

Live Your Passion Personal Empowerment Retreat – Join us on

Sat., Oct. 5 from 8:30am-4pm for this one-day immersion into your life’s goals, your purpose, and your passion with award-winning writer, speaker and inspirational radio host Stacie Zinn Roberts. Special guest Galen Emanuele will lead an interactive session on the “Power of Yes.” The retreat includes continental breakfast, lunch, beach walk (weather permitting), workbook, email follow up, and online community membership. The retreat will be held at the Waterfront Lodge at Thousand Trails, 16362 Snee Oosh Road in La Conner. Cost is $95. Info: 360-9414595, stacie@whatsyouravocado.com or www.whatsyouravocado.com.

Classes for Teachers – Launching

Success Learning Store (133 Prince Ave., Bellingham) will offer the following classes for teachers this October: Page to Stage, Part 1: Student Stage Performance on Sat., Oct. 5, 9am-noon, $50. • Page to Stage, Part 2: Desktop Theatre Class on Sat., Oct. 12, 9am-noon, $60. These classes are based on the concept of Page to Stage, an instructional method that uses the four art forms: visual art, dance/creative movement, music, and theater to animate the plot and characters of a book in an interactive performance. Classes are each worth 3 education hours. Instructors are Dr. Gaye L. Green and Rosanna I. Porter. Classes may be taken independently, but it is recommended that teachers consider taking both. Pre-registration is required. Please call Launching Success at 360-5272641 to register. More info: 360-5272641, info@launchingsuccess.com or www.launchingsuccess.com.

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designed to (1) raise awareness among non-Native Americans regarding the legacy of the Doctrine of Discovery as it has affected both European colonizers and Indigenous colonized peoples of this continent for over 500 years, and (2) stimulate reflection, discussion, and appropriate actions toward building “right relationships” with Native Americans today. The 2-hour workshop will be offered 3 times: Sat., Oct. 5 at 10am or 2pm; or Sun., Oct. 6 at 2pm. Preregistration required by Oct. 3. Please send name, phone, email, and preferred session to bethbrownf@aol.com. The Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship is located at 1207 Ellsworth St. Admission is $10 or more suggested donation to defray costs. More info: bethbrownf@aol.com.

GED Preparation – Whatcom Literacy

Council is co-sponsoring a 6 week GED class at the Ferndale Branch of the Whatcom County Library System that allows students to learn how to prepare for the GED through online resources, library material and individual instruction. Class size is limited to 6, registration is required. Classes will be held Wednesdays, Oct. 9Nov. 13, 6-9pm, at the Ferndale Library, 2007 Cherry St. More info: 360-305-3600 or Ann McAllen at http://www.wcls.org/Feedback/Ann-McAllen.

Census Data For Grant Writers Workshop – This workshop is geared

toward grant writing professionals and individuals interested in learning the basics of using census data in grant proposal writing. Workshop participants will learn where to locate census demographics to help build an effective case for project funding. Bringing a laptop is suggested. Workshop is limited to 25 and registration is required. It will be held Fri., Oct. 11, 12:30-3:30pm, at the Ferndale Library, 2007 Cherry St. More info: 360-305-3600 (Sarah).

The World of Self-Publishing – In this

empowering and interactive workshop, local author Susan Colleen Browne covers the essentials of print publishing: learning marketing strategies, selling your book in stores and online, and understanding real-world sales figures and profits. We’ll also explore the basics of eBook selfpublishing, including creating, selling, and pricing your eBook. Browne is the author of six self-published books. Her latest is a novel, Mother Love. This workshop will be held on Wed., Oct. 16 from 6-8:30pm, at Whatcom Community College, 237 W. Kellogg Rd., Bellingham. Cost is $49. Info: 360-383-3200, lswan@whatcom.ctc.edu or www.whatcomcommunityed.com.

Ready to Read! Help your child get

ready to read with Diane Monsen (Reading Specialist at Cascadia Elementary School) on Sat., Oct. 26, 11am-noon, at the Deming Library, 5044 Mt. Baker Highway. Diane’s presentation introduces parents to some critical tips for reading readiness. More info: 360-305-3600 (Katrina). Entertainment News Northwest ~ October 2013

Call to Musicians for 34th Annual Holiday Festival of the Arts – Allied

Arts of Whatcom County is seeking musicians for their 34th Annual Holiday Festival of the Arts! Music will be scheduled every weekend during the festival, and artists may play up to three times. Music does not have to be holiday themed; however, it does need to be appropriate for all ages and audiences. Allied Arts of Whatcom County is located at 1418 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham. More info: 360-676-8548, info@alliedarts.org or www.alliedarts.org.

”Fairies and Fantastic Creatures:”

Soprano Amber Sudduth Bone with Pianist Jay Rozendaal – Join the Bellingham Music Club on Wed., Oct. 2 at 10:30am for selections from Purcell, Haydn, Wolf, Massenet and Britten. Both Dr. Bone and Mr. Rozendaal are on the faculty at WWU. Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 119 Texas St., Bellingham. Free admission. More info: 360-671-0252 or www.bellinghammusicclub.org.

Live Music in the Piano Lounge –

Jansen Art Center’s Firehall Cafe will host music in the Piano Lounge on Thursdays in October at 5:30pm. Oct. 3: Marvin Johnson (swing, rock, blues). Oct. 10: Bobby Lee McMurray (variety of genres), 5-7:30pm. Oct. 17: Paul Klein (blues, rock). Oct. 31: Andy “Badd Dog” Koch (blues). Jansen Art Center is located at 321 Front St., Lynden. No cover. More info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Matt Birmingham (saxophone), Madeline Slettedahl (piano), and Coltan Foster (bassoon) – Enjoy an

eclectic program of the works of David Maslanka, Barry Cockcroft and Piet Swerts on Thurs., Oct. 3 at 7:30pm at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave., in Fairhaven. You will also hear Gubaidulina’s Chaconne for solo piano, Shu Gath Manna’s work for saxophone and synthesizer, and University of Puget Sound composer Rob Hutchinson’s Blues and Rhythm Changes. Admission is $10 suggested donation. Info: 360-676-4118 or www.bellinghammusicclub.org.

Bellingham Ukulele Group (BUG) Beginner’s Workshop and Monthly Jam – Join the ukulele revolution! We

promote all things ukulele, and we’d like you to join us at our monthly jam on Sat., Oct. 5 from 2-5pm at St. James Presbyterian Church, 910 14th St., Bellingham. At the beginner’s workshop at 2pm, you will learn several songs in less than an hour. We offer loaner ukes and songbooks for both the workshop and meeting. The jam at 3pm is open to all ukulele enthusiasts. Admission is $5. More info: 360-733-6867, bhamuke@gmail.com or www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com.

WSO Celebration Debut Concert: Yaniv Attar – Join us on Sun., Oct. 6 at

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the Whatcom Symphony Orchestra’s new Music Director, Yaniv Attar! The musicians of the orchestra take center stage with a dazzling program of showpieces and show-stoppers: Strauss, Die Fledermaus, Overture; Tchaikovsky, Romeo & Juliet Fantasy Overture; Brahms, Hungarian Dances, No. 5 & 6; and Dvorak, Symphony No. 8. The performance will take place at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. Admission is $12 / $28 / $32 (free teen ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket). More info: 360-756-6752, info@whatcomsymphony.com or www.whatcomsymphony.com.

Studio (Bellingham) on Tues., Oct. 8 from 3:30-4:30pm! Ages seven through adult are welcome. Marimbas are wooden-key xylophones played with mallets. A good sense of rhythm and a keen ear for melody are required. Regular session begins the week following the free class (to be arranged). Nancy has studied marimba, dance, song, hosho, drumming and mbira with acclaimed Zimbabwean teachers since 2001, and has taught since 2006. Call for location. More info: 360-902-6494, nancy@ruvara.org or www.ruvara.org.

Concert of Traditional Irish Music –

present: “The Mike Allen Quartet Monthly Jazz Series at BAAY.” The quartet features WWU Jazz Director Mike Allen (saxophone), Miles Black (piano), Adam Thomas (bass), and Julian MacDonough (drums). After a year’s sabbatical, the MAQ is very excited to be back performing regularly in Bellingham! October’s performance will be held Wed., Oct. 9 at 7:30pm at the Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth, 1059 N. State St. Admission is $10, $8 for Jazz Project members, and free for students with ID. Tickets can be purchased at www.jazzproject.org. More info: 360-650-3133, Mike.Allen@wwu.edu or www.mikeallenjazz.com.

All-Ireland Champion Harpist Marta Cook and outstanding fiddler Devin Shepherd will appear in a concert of traditional Irish music on Mon., Oct. 7 at 7pm in the YWCA Ballroom, 1026 N. Forest St., Bellingham. Marta is highly regarded and appeared on Yo-Yo Ma’s 2010 double Grammy-winning album. Devin is the fiddler for the well respected Irish music group Bua and is one of the top players rooted in Chicago’s Irish music tradition. Admission is $15. Info: 360-733-5960 or oldtimemusic.bellingham@gmail.com.

Jansen Art Center is offering the

following music workshops in October: Monday Night Jazz Ensemble, Mondays, Oct. 7-Nov. 11, $30. Instructor: Steve Herrick. • Blues Harmonica 1 Workshop, Oct. 9 & 16, 6-7pm, $24. Instructor: Andy Koch. • Blues Guitar 1 Workshop, Oct. 9, 16 & 23, 7:30-8:30pm, $34. Instructor: Andy Koch. • Hand Drumming Workshop (ages 10 and up), Sat., Oct. 19, 11am1pm, $25. Instructor: Nathan Matson. • Blues Harmonica 2 Workshop, Wednesdays, Oct. 23, 30 & Nov. 1, 6-7pm, $34. Instructor: Andy Koch. • Blues Guitar 2 Workshop, Wednesdays, Oct. 30, Nov. 6, 13 & 20, 7:30-8:30pm, $45. Instructor: Andy Koch. Jansen Art Center is located at 321 Front St., Lynden. More info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Free Introductory Marimba Class –

Join the fun at a free introductory marimba class with Nancy Steele at Ruvara Marimba

Mike Allen Quartet (MAQ) Jazz Series – WWU Jazz and The Jazz Project

Skagit Opera Presents Rigoletto –

Rigoletto is considered the first of the great operatic masterpieces of Giuseppe Verdi. Based on a novel by Victor Hugo (who also wrote Les Miserables), Rigoletto tells the story of the deformed court jester whose quest to wreak vengeance on his daughter’s despoiler takes a tragic turn. Stars Yuseok Oh, Ross Hauck, and Courtney Ruckman. Performances will be held Fri., Oct. 11 at 7:30pm; Sun., Oct. 13 at 2pm; Fri., Oct. 18 at 7:30pm; and Sun., Oct. 20 at 2pm. McIntyre Hall is located at 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. Admission is $15-$59. More info: info@skagitopera.org or www.skagitopera.org.

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annual fall fundraiser, Cabaret 2013, on Sat., Oct. 12 at 7pm in the Crystal Ballroom of the Leopold Hotel, 1224 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham. Other entertainers are Mark Kelly’s Bellingham Youth Jazz Band, The An-O-Chords men’s barbershop chorus, and Elation women’s quartet. This musical event is to provide funds for Interfaith’s “Severe Weather Housing” program which provides shelter for Whatcom County families who live on the streets during severe winter weather. Admission is $10. More info: 360-966-4976, got_song08@yahoo.com or www.valleyvoices.weebly.com.

Grand Harp Trios – Join us on Sat., Oct. 12 at 7pm for an evening of Grand Harp Trios by Ibert, Foote, and Debussy with Bellingham Chamber Music Society featured performers Lisa McCarthy (flute), Leslie Johnson (viola), and Jill Whitman (harp). The Firehouse Performing Arts Center is located at 1314 Harris Ave., Bellingham. Admission is $20 adults / $5 students. More info: 360-303-4014, patbsn@comcast.net or www.bellinghamchambermusic.org.

”Que Será! Celebrating Doris Day” –

Renowned vocalist Kristi King returns to the Mount Baker Theatre in Bellingham, on Sat., Oct. 12 at 7pm with her salute to Doris Day performing her well-loved hits in song as well as relating Ms. Day’s life stories. With wigs, gowns and ‘voice,’ accompanied by a jazz quartet as well as slides and movie clips, this tribute is something you would expect to see in Las Vegas. Whether a Doris Day fan or wanting to know more about her, you will love this show. Tickets are $28 ($20 ea. for groups of 10+), and are available at the Mount Baker Theatre ticket office, online at www.mountbakertheatre.com or 360-734-6080. More info: Joan Merrill, contact@QueSeraTheMusical.com, or call 425-653-3036.

Harmony Northwest Chorus, Guest Singers Wanted – Ladies of all ages and voice ranges, HNWC invites you to come sing with us for Christmas. Rehearsals are every Monday evening starting Oct. 14 at

the Mount Vernon Community Center, 1401 Cleveland Ave. Attendees will have an opportunity to perform on stage at Warm Beach “Lights of Christmas” and other holiday events. Free admission. More info: contact@harmonynorthwest.org or www.harmonynorthwest.org.

Bellingham Ukulele Group (BUG) Song Circle – Join the BUG Song Circle

on Wed., Oct. 16 from 7-9pm at the Roeder Home, 2600 Sunset Dr., Bellingham. Select a song for the group to play from the BUG Song Book or The Daily Ukulele. Guest copies are available. If you’d like, bring a new song to share and sing with the group (20 copies). Bring a music stand if you have one. Admission is $5. More info: 360-733-6867, bhamuke@gmail.com or www.bellinghamukulelegroup.com.

Concert Hall. They will be joined by violist Leslie Johnson. Music by Debussy, Foote, Ibert and Shaposhnikov will be featured. Free admission. More info: 360-676-9521 or lisa.mccarthy@wwu.edu.

Youth Concert Series – Join us Sun.,

Oct. 20 at 3pm for the Youth Concert Series “Sunday @ 3” at the Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden. This performance will feature local young musicians, dancers and singers. Come support these gifted performers and enjoy an incredible show! Admission by donation. More info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

Great Big Sea: 20th Anniversary Tour – Few bands last more than an

Blue Sky Riders – Skagit Valley Casino

album or two, a few tours, a song played on the radio, and then they’re quickly forgotten. Alan Doyle, Sean McCann, and Bob Hallett have somehow managed to keep the dysfunctional-family-bar-roombrawl-student-art-project-musical-piratecrew known as Great Big Sea going for two decades. The band is best known for on-your-feet energetic rock interpretations of traditional Newfoundland folk songs drawn from the island’s Celtic and French heritage. Join them on Sun., Oct. 20 at 7:30pm at the Mount Baker Theatre, 104 N. Commercial St. in Bellingham, for this amazing 20th anniversary performance. Tickets are $35 & $29.50 advance / $35.50 & $30 day of show (plus applicable fees). More info: 360-734-6080, tickets@mountbakertheatre.com or www.mountbakertheatre.com.

Live Music in the Firehall Cafe – Join

Sara Grey and Kieron Means in Concert – Sara Grey and her son Kieron

Third Thursday Local Music Series –

The Third Thursday music series continues with The Great Big Taters on Thurs., Oct. 17, 6-8pm, at the Downtown Community Food Co-op Deli, 1220 N. Forest St., Bellingham. Free admission. Info: 360-7348158 or www.communityfood.coop. Resort hosts the Blue Sky Riders (Kenny Loggins, Georgia Middleman, and Gary Burr) on Fri. & Sat., Oct. 18 & 19 at 8pm in the Pacific Showroom. The trio, all of whom sing lead amid three-part harmonies, released their debut album in January 2013. Skagit Valley Casino Resort is located at 5984 N. Darrk Lane, Bow. Tickets are $45-$55. More info: 877-275-2448 or www.theskagit.com. us at the Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St., Lynden, for live music. Michael Gonzalez will be performing folk and indie music on acoustic guitar, Sat., Oct. 19, 6:30pm. The Firehall Cafe is open with Kulshan beer on tap, spirits, wine and great food. No cover. More info: 360-354-3600, info@jansenartcenter.org or www.jansenartcenter.org.

WWU Faculty Recital – Flutist Lisa

McCarthy and harpist Jill Whitman present a duo faculty recital on Sun., Oct. 20 from 3-5pm at Western Washington University’s

Means are delightful performers well steeped in the tradition of American music. Hear their passionate vocals on Mon., Oct. 21 at 7:30pm as they explore the rich tapestry of older songs from the western American states, as well as old-timey blues, folk, Irish, and Appalachian songs and tunes accompanied by guitar and clawhammer banjo. The Roeder Home is located at 2600 Broadway, Bellingham. Admission is $7-$15 donation at the door. More info: 360-733-0662, rscholtz@aol.com or www.saragrey.net.

Tribute Jazz: The Art of the Piano Trio – The Julian MacDonough Quartet

will present the music of Red Garland in the first concert in a nine part series on Thurs., Oct. 24 at 7pm at the Firehouse Performing Arts Center, 1314 Harris Ave. in Bellingham. Admission is $15 at the door. Visit.www.facebook.com/ tributejazzseries for more information.

Skagit Symphony Gala Concert –

Piano soloist Angela Kraft Cross will join the Skagit Symphony Orchestra in a rare performance of Clara Schumann’s elegant Piano Concerto in A Minor on Sat., Oct. 26 at 7:30pm at McIntyre Hall, 2501 E. College Way, Mount Vernon. Join us for the pre-concert reception from 6-6:30pm

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The Whatcom Symphony Presents Virtuoso Violinist Gil Shaham and for Music Director Roupen Shakarian’s pre-concert lecture at 6:45pm. Tickets are $20-$40 with discounts for seniors, students and children. More info: 360416-7727, info@skagitsymphony.com or www.skagitsymphony.com.

Tayla Lynn Performs Country at Byrnes Performing Arts Center –

Tayla Lynn, the granddaughter of Loretta Lynn, will perform old and new country at Byrnes Performing Arts Center (18821 Crown Ridge Blvd., Arlington) on Sat., Oct. 26 at 7:30pm. She will be accompanied by a four-piece band led by Grammy Award winner Eric Tingstad on acoustic guitar, with James Howard on electric guitar, Chris Leighton on drums, and James Clark on bass. Tickets are $15 general / kids under 12 free. Tickets can be purchased at www.brownpapertickets.com. More info: 360-403-3448 or www.arlingtonartscouncil.net.

Halloween Ball with Platinum Spandex – Tickets are on sale for Skagit

Valley Casino Resort’s annual Halloween Ball and $1,000 Costume Contest on Sat., Oct. 26 from 8pm-midnight in the Pacific Showroom. Hosted by KAFE 104.1 FM, this year’s Halloween Ball features live music by Seattle’s Platinum Spandex, voted “Best Local Band” by Evening Magazine. Put on your best costume for a chance at winning up to $500 in the $1,000 costume contest and party the night away to the best 80’s rock covers around! Skagit Valley Casino Resort is located at 5984 N. Darrk Lane, Bow. Tickets are $20. More info: 877-275-2448 or www.theskagit.com.

Bellingham concertgoers are in for an exceptional treat at the second concert of the season which features internationally acclaimed virtuoso violinist Gil Shaham (pictured), presenting a fresh interpretation of the perennial favorite Brahms’ Violin Concerto in D. Known for his innate musicality and expressive tone, Shaham began his solo career at age 10 when he debuted with the Jerusalem Symphony. At age 18, he stepped in for the ailing Itzhak Perlman playing the Sibelius and Bruch violin concertos with the London Symphony, catapulting him into stardom. He is a recipient of an Avery Fisher Career Grant, a Grammy Award for best Chamber Music Performance. Shaham, who plays a Stradivarius, is in high demand by the world’s leading orchestras. Experience the magic of the violinist praised by Strings magazine for his “effortless technique” and “infectious enjoyment of the music.” Featuring all German Romance era composers, the program also includes Mendelssohn’s Hebrides Overture, inspired by the Hebrides archipelago off the west

coast of Scotland. Inclusion of this powerful work was inspired by the Whatcom Museum’s upcoming exhibit entitled Vanishing Ice, which seeks to introduce the artistic legacy of alpine and polar landscapes now threatened by climate change. The piece evokes images of the spectacular beauty of these islands and surrounding sea now endangered by rising sea levels. The concluding piece on the program is Robert Schumann’s Symphony No. 4. An evocative tone painting, which Schumann composed later in his life, the piece reflects the turmoil of his struggles with mental illness. Dr. Ed Rutschman presents a pre-concert lecture in the MBT Encore Room, one hour prior to the concert. Admission is free, but seating is limited. The concert will take place on Sunday, November 3 at 3pm at the Mount Baker Theatre. Tickets prices start at $12. Call the Mount Baker Theatre Box Office at 360-734-6080, or visit www.WhatcomSymphony.com. Photo by Christian Steiner.

Jami Sieber in Concert – Join us on

Sun., Oct. 27 at 7pm for a concert with electric cellist and vocalist Jami Sieber, as she reaches inside the soul with compositions that are contemporary, lush, and powerfully evocative. Employing looping devices and electronics to create sounds never before associated with the cello, Sieber transforms her solo instrument into an orchestra of sound. The Mount Baker Theatre is located at 104 N. Commercial St., Bellingham. Admission is $15 concert only / $24 concert + pre-show reception with artist. More info: 360-734-6080, jami@jamisieber.com or www.jamisieber.com.

Leo Kottke to Perform in Bellingham Nov. 2 – Guitarist-singer-composer Leo Kottke will perform a solo concert at the WWU Concert Hall on Sat., Nov. 2 at 8pm. This concert is presented by UpWest Arts. Leo Kottke is a true American original – profoundly gifted, a little cantankerous perhaps, a deep talking Midwestern raconteur whose quick wit is matched by his astounding virtuosity on the six and 12 string guitars. Tickets are available from the WWU Box Office at 360-650-6146 or online at www.tickets.wwu.edu. Info: http://www.facebook.com/upwestarts.

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Lynden Music Festival by Stephanie Dethlefs For the fifth year, Lynden will be immersed in a week of music with the Lynden Music Festival from Saturday, October 5 through Sunday, October 13. “We promise to have a wide range of great musicians performing all over Lynden,” says Terhi Miikki-Broersma, festival organizer. The Lynden Music Festival originally stemmed from Miikki-Broersma’s passion for arranging festivals in Finland combined with the creative energy of the musician friends she made when she moved to Lynden. The festival, in part,

honors the late Claire vg Thomas, a lifelong Lynden resident and seasoned musician who helped establish the Lynden Performing Arts Guild. This year’s festival, with a “choir” theme, offers many free or reasonably-priced concerts with a wide variety of local and national performers. A concert at noon on October 5 in the Jansen Art Center Chamber Hall kicks off the festival with Duo Lido (a piano and violin duo), the Enchanted Flute Choir with Kimberley Breilein, and the WWU Tuba Ensemble with Dr. Carla Ruschman. The concert is followed by two performances of Some Enchanted Evening: The Songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein at the Claire vg Thomas Theatre.

Male Ensemble Northwest will perform at Lynden Christian High School at 4pm on Saturday, October 12.

offers dance instruction at Lynden Pioneer Museum at 7pm before the Valse Café Orchestra performs waltzes, swing, foxtrots, polkas and more.

On Saturday, October 12 at 2pm, the Langley Ukulele Ensemble can be seen and heard at the Lynden Pioneer Museum.

On October 8, Duo Lido will again perform at the Lynden Community Center, while the McNeely Family Band and a cappella chorus Mount Baker Toppers sing at Muljat Group North and Meadow Green, respectively. October 9 brings Steve Rudy and Clive Collins’s jazz to Safeway Woods Coffee, French vocalist Fathia Atallah to the Jansen Art Center Chamber Hall, and a Festival Gala to Judson Hall in Lynden Middle School, featuring Mark Kelly and the Bellingham Youth Jazz Band, Finnish cellist Jussi Makkonen, Fathia Atallah, and Microsoft’s own a cappella group, The Baudboys. The Steve Rudy Trio rounds out the day with an evening performance at The Homestead Golf and Country Club. October 10 presents the Lynden Music Teachers Association Workshop at the Jansen Art Center’s Chamber Hall; country and rock & roll group The Jaded Lovers bringing a good time to the Lynden Pioneer Museum; pianist Bobby Lee McMurray performing at the Jansen Art Center Piano Lounge; and chamber music in Chamber Hall with violinist Grant Donnellan, cellist Jussi Makkonen, and pianist Ruusamari Teppo. You’ll find Duo Lido at Wear on Earth and cellist/guitarist Matt Rehfeldt at Katz Coffee on October 11. Asta Johansen

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A highlight of the week is the full-day event on October 12 with Male Ensemble Northwest (MEN), which includes mass rehearsals, workshops, and breakout sessions for male singers grade 8 through adult. The day ends with a concert in the Lynden Christian High School auditorium which is open to the public. MEN seeks to demonstrate a high level of music making by choral conductors from the Pacific Northwest region and also to promote male choral singing. October 12 also brings Peter and the Wolf with Welcome Marionettes at Jansen Art Center Chamber Hall, Ruvara Marimba at Lynden Pioneer Museum, and the Langley Ukulele Ensemble at Lynden Pioneer Museum. Asta Johansen will again teach dance steps before The Atlantics take the stage at Lynden Pioneer Museum. The festival culminates with a choir concert on October 13 with the Lynden Music Festival Community Choir directed by Del VandeKerk, and MEN with Ryan Smit, music teacher at Lynden Christian School. Miikki-Broersma hopes that audience members will walk away with “the joy that music can bring you!” For more information about performers, a full concert schedule and admission rates, visit the festival’s website: www.LyndenMusicFestival.com.

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